A 12 cm fibroid does require careful attention, even if it’s asymptomatic for the most part. The scanty menstrual flow and irregular periods could be a sign of the fibroid affecting your menstrual cycle. In Ayurveda, fibroids are often linked with an imbalance in the Kapha dosha and possibly an aggravated Rakta (blood) and Meda (fat) dhatus. Working on balancing these could he helpful.
First, aim to consume a Kapha-pacifying diet. This means incorporating warm, light, and easily digestible foods. Reduce intake of dairy, sugar, fried, and oily foods that can aggravate Kapha. Spices like turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon may help balance your dosha. Include warm, cooked vegetables and legumes in your meals. Try drinking warm water throughout the day; it aids digestion and helps reduce Kapha accumulation.
For lifestyle, regular physical activity is essential. Engage in moderate exercise for about 30 minutes daily, such as walking, yoga, or swimming. Avoid sedentary lifestyle and stay active as much as possible.
In terms of herbal remedies, Ayurvedic texts frequently mention Ashoka (Saraca asoca) and Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) for managing menstrual health issues. You can prepare a decoction of these herbs or consult an Ayurvedic practitioner to determine the right dosage for your constitution, as each individual’s needs might be different.
Panchakarma therapies, under the guidance of an Ayurvedic doctor, can further assist in detoxifying and balancing the doshas. Treatments like Basti (enema therapy) and Virechana (purgation) can be beneficial, but they should only be undertaken with professional supervision.
Stress management and adequate sleep are also critical, as they influence hormonal balance. Practice meditation or calming breathing exercises to help maintain emotional balance. Remember to consult with your healthcare provider alongside these practices to monitor the condition and adjust treatments as necessary.
Is fibroid is tested completely, endometrial biopsy etc done?? If ol normal, you can start basic medication- Kanchanar Guggulu
Classical Formula for fibroid reduction
Ingredients: Kanchanar bark, Guggulu, Trikatu, Triphala, Varuna, etc.
Dose: 2 tablets (or 500 mg) twice daily after meals with warm water
Brand options:
Baidyanath Kanchanar Guggulu
Dhootapapeshwar
Himalaya (Kanchanar Guggulu 500 mg)
Duration: At least 3–6 months
✅ 2. Ashokarishta
Uterine tonic & menstrual regulator
Main Herbs: Ashoka bark, Dhataki, Musta, Haritaki, etc.
Dose: 15 ml + 15 ml lukewarm water twice daily after food
Brand options: Baidyanath, Dabur, Sandu
Improves uterine tone, boosts endometrial health, regularizes bleeding
3. Punarnavadi Mandoor (for bloating, fibroid size, and water retention)
Dose: 1 tablet twice a day after food with lukewarm water
4. Triphala Churna
Nightly detox & hormonal regulation
Dose: 1 tsp with warm water at bedtime.
-2. Castor Oil Pack (External Fibroid Therapy)
Soak a clean cloth in warm castor oil
Place over lower abdomen
Cover with plastic and hot water bag
Leave for 30–45 minutes
Do 3–4 times per week
Increases circulation to uterus Softens and reduces fibroid tissue over time.
Take tablet M2TONE 1-0-1 after food with water Kanchanar guggul 1-0-1 after food with water Vriddhivadhika vati 1-0-1 after food with water Avoid processed fatty fast foods Daily brisk walking atleast 30 mins Do pranayam lom -vilom bhastrika kapalbhati daily for 5-10mins twice. Follow up after 45 days
Don’t worry, Please share your reports and which medicines had you taken? And start taking 1.Kanchnaar guggulu 1-0-1 for chewing. 2.Vridhivadika vati 1-1-1 Avoid kaphavardhak ahar vihar like excessive sweet,sour,salty food etc…
HELLO NEHA,
Fibroid is a noncancerous growth in or around uterus. It’s made of muscle and fibrous tissue. Your fibroid is located on the posterior wall of your uterus and is 12 cm, which Is large
YOUR CURRENT SYMPTOMS -asymptomatic= no pain, no pressure, no bleeding but you’ve noticed -missed period(may) -scanty flow(June and July)
This means the fibroid might be interfering with your hormonal balance or uterine lining, even if you dont feel pain or pressure
TREATMENT GOALS -shrink the fibroid naturally -regulate menstruation - balances hormones especially estrogen - prevent further growth or complications -avoid surgery, if safely possible
In Ayurveda, Uterine fibroid is known as “GRANTHI” in Ayurveda(hard,tumor like growth) -caused by imbalance in kapha(growth), vata(movement), and pitta(inflammation) -weak digestion , hormonal imbalance, and toxin accumulation also contribute
INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
1) KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs thrice daily after meals with warm water =breaks down fibrous growths and tumors
2) VARUNADI KASHAYA= 20 ml with equal water before food twice daily =balances kapha and vata, helps shrink fibroid size
3) ASHOKARISHTA= supports healthy menstruation, tones uterus -20 ml with equal water twice daily after meals
4) TRIPHALA GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals =cleanses system, supports metabolism, detoxifies
5) AROGYAVARDHINI VATI= 2 tabs twice daily after food =improves liver function and hormone detoxification
6) TAMRA BHASMA= with honey 50mg twice daily =very effective
DIET TO BE FOLLLOWED -warm, light, fresh cooked meals -barley, millets, bajra, ragi, horse gram - green leafy vegetables- drumstick, laves, methi, bitter gourd - spices= turmeric, cumin, coriander, ginger -amla fresh or juice - Aloe vera juice-10ml on empty stomach - cow ghee in small amount improves digestion
FOOD TO AVOID -cold, stale, or processed foods - dairy=curd, panner, cheese -deep fried food, maida, white bread -refined sugar, and sugary drinks - soy products they mimic oestrogen - red meat and eggs - packaged or canned foods
LIFESTYLE CHANGES
GOOD HABITS -wake up early before 7 am - stay physically active- walk 30 mins daily - keep digestion strong- avoid heavy night meals - manage stress- anxiety, and anger disturb hormones -sleep 7-8 hours regularly
AVOID -day time sleeping -overeating or skipping meals - late night eating - constipation
HOME REMEDIES
1) CASTOR OIL PACK -soak cloth in warm castor oil, place over lower abdomen for 45 mins, 3-4 times/week =reduces inflammation and supports shrinkage
2) ALOE VERA + SHATAVARI JUICE -mix 10 ml each with warm water. take on empty stomach =helps nourish uterus and regulate periods
3) TURMERIC MILK =1/2 tsp turmeric in warm almond or nut milk at night. Anti inflammatory
YOGA FOR FIBROID AND HORMONAL BALANCE
-Supta baddha konasana -viparita karani -setu bandhasana - paschimottanasana -balasana -ustrasana
these improves pelvic circulation, reduce fibroid pressure and balance hormone
PRANAYAM -anulom vilom -bhramari -sheetali practice 10 mins daily
VISIBLE IMPROVEMENT IN PERIOFS= within 2-3 months
FIBROID SHRINKAGE= usually needs 6-12 months
ULTRASOUND CHECK= every 3-4 months
DO FOLLOW CONSISTENTLY
HOPE THIS MIGHT BE HELPFUL
THANK YOU
DR. MAITRI ACHARYA
You can start on Kanchanar guggulu Stri rasyana vati 1 tab twice daily after food with lukewarm water Asoka aristha- 4 tsp with equal quantity of water twice daily after food
Hi, avoid spicy foods, processed Suger,soft drinks,reduce body weight of obese ,regular exercise needed Practice pavamuktasana, sethubandhasana Saptasaram kashayam 15ml dilute with 45ml Luke warm water before food twice daily Kanchanaraguggulu 1-0-1 before food Mensostrap capsule 1-1-1 after food Ashokarishatm30ml thrice daily afterfood Anetheforte capsule 1-1-1afterfood Stay hydrated Body detoxification also needed Avipathi choorna 1tsp with hot water at night or. Gandharvahastadi tailam3tsp with warm milk on empty stomach in 48days Thankyou
HELLO NEHA,
Uterine fibroids also called leiomyomas, are benign tutors that can vary in size and symptoms . While surgery is often recommended for large or symptomatic fibroids, non surgical options including Ayurveda treatment may help manage fibroids, especially if they’re asymptomatic, as in your case
CASE SUMMERY
FIBROID SIZE= 12 cm, on posterior uterine wall SYMPTOMS= none initially , but now scanty periods and missed periods in May CURRENT TREATMENT= homeopathy-helped initiate period in June JULY= period came without medicine , but scanty flow
CLINICAL PERSPECTIVE A 12 cm fibroid is considered large. Even if asymptomatic now, large fibroids can potentially cause -compression on nearby organs-bladder, rectum - fertility issues -heavy bleeding or scanty/irregular cycles - pain or bloating
AYURVEDIC MANAGEMENT
1) INTERNAL MEDICATIONS
-KANCHANAR GUGGULU= 2 tabs twice daily after meals with warm water =scraping, kapha meda hará, anti tumor, lymphatic detox, reduces abnormal growth like fibroids
-PUSHYANUG CHURNA= 5 gm with rice water twice daily in morning and night = corrects menstrual flow especially for scanty or irregular periods , balances vata and pitta
-ASHOKARISHTA= 20 ml with equal water twice daily after meals =regulates menstrual cycle, supports endometrial health, reduces uterine congestion
-CHANDRAPRABHA VATI= 2 tabs twice daily with warm water = supports reproductive organs, reduces fibroids, improves metabolism
-LOHASAVA= 15 ml with equal water after meals twice daily =helps control excessive uterine growth and balances hormones
2) PANCHAKARMA THERAPIES these detoxification therapies may be suggested depending on body constitution -UTTARA BASTI= medicated oil enema through the vaginal route- often recommended for uterine disorders
-VIRECHANA= helps cleanse the liver and balance hormones
-ABHYANGA + SWEDANA= oil massage and steam therapy to improve circulation
3) LIFESTYLE ANND DIET TIPS
AVOID= dairy, red meat, refined sugar, and estrogen rich foods like soy
FAVOUR= fibre rich foods, green leafy vegetables, turmeric, ginger
MANAGE STRESS through yoga, pranayam especially nadi sodhana, bhramari
-Maintain a healthy weight-oestrogen dominance is often associated with fibroids
Although you’re asymptomatic , scanty periods and 12 cm fibroid merit regular monitoring with -pelvic ultrasound every 6 months - hemoglobin levels -hormonal profile-FSH,LH,ESTRADIOL etc
THANK YOU
DR. HEMANSHU MEHTA
