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Anxiety,Fatigue and Brainfog - #19709

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I developed bad anxiety, depression,fatigue and brainfog after deliverying my child 3 years ago via C-section. This is my second child and I am still suffering 3 years after...I have been to all doctors and all is normal in my body, even therapy and taken antidepressants and supplements but no improvement

Age: 40
Chronic illnesses: None
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Dr. Harsha Joy
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Hello SK, To understand your condition better and offer a more targeted Ayurvedic approach, it would be helpful to know more about your overall health and lifestyle, including your diet, sleep patterns, and stress levels. Have there been any significant changes in your routine or lifestyle after the delivery, such as increased responsibilities or changes in diet, that could be contributing to your symptoms? Also, understanding your emotional and mental health history prior to pregnancy, as well as any other health challenges you may have faced, can give insights into the root causes of your current struggles. In Ayurveda, such symptoms may be linked to an imbalance in the Vata dosha, which governs movement, nervous system health, and mental clarity, or Pitta dosha, which affects emotional balance. It would also be beneficial to explore any digestive issues, as a weak Agni (digestive fire) can contribute to fatigue and brain fog.
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From an Ayurvedic perspective, what you're describing could indicate an imbalance in your Vata dosha, which often happens after childbirth especially with C-section deliveries. The anxiety and fatigue, brain fog points towards this too. Vata is responsible for movement and communication in the body and mind, and when it's out of balance, things can feel really off. It could also be that your Ojas, or vital energy, is depleted, maybe the past few years have just worn you out more than you realized? Since all conventional metrics are normal, it's time to nurture your body's natural healing energy. Think of it as recharging yourself, slower steady steps every day. Let’s start with your diet. Aim for warm, cooked meals that are easy on your digestion; Kitchari, for example, with some ghee and seasonings like ginger or cumin can be quite nourishing. Avoid cold and raw foods as they might aggravate Vata even more. Massage can really help too! A gentle Abhyanga - self-massage with warm sesame oil – may sooth your muscles and calm your nerves. It's like a little moment of pure self-care that you deserve. Try doing it before a shower, a few times a week, and it could surprise you. Also, focus on your routine. Vata loves regularity, so going to bed and waking up at the same time each day helps your body's natural processes sync up a bit more smoothly. Make sure you’re getting enough rest, but also stay lightly active. Maybe some gentle yoga poses or a short evening walk? Nothing too strenuous, just movements that keeps you connected to your body. Finally, meditation can be powerful. Just five or ten minutes a day where you breathe deeply and bring your attention inward could offer some relief. Don’t worry, you’re not alone in feeling like this, even though it’s dragged on, you’re taking the brave and crucial steps to find what truly helps you. It’s always a journey, but what matters is you'll get there, in your own time.
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