Thank you for contacting, ask Ayurveda I AM TRULY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, AND IT IS COMPLETELY UNDERSTANDABLE THAT YOUR BODY IS SHOWING SIGNS OF DRYNESS AND IRRITATION AFTER SO MANY YEARS WITHOUT SEXUAL ACTIVITY
WHAT YOU ARE EXPERIENCING IS VERY COMMON AND HAPPENS WHEN THE VAGINA TISSUES LOSE MOISTURE, ELASTICITY, AND NOURISHMENT OVER TIME, ESPECIALLY AFTER MENOPAUSE AND EMOTIONAL STRESS .
YOU DO NOT NEED ANY CHEMICAL MEDICINES FOR THIS NATURAL SUPPORT WORKS VERY WELL WHEN IT IS GENTLE AND REGULAR, THE SIMPLEST AND MOST EFFECTIVE EXTERNAL REMEDY IS TO USE WARM COCONUT OIL DAILY. APPLY IT AROUND THE VAGINA OPENING AND JUST SLIGHTLY INSIDE. THIS REDUCES DRYNESS AND EATING WITHIN A FEW DAYS. ON ALTERNATE DAYS. A SMALL AMOUNT OF PURE ALOE VERA GEL CAN SOOTHE THE BURNING AND HYDRATE THE TISSUE.
Internally taking SHATAVARI REGULARLY IS ONE OF THE FIRST AND MOST EFFECTIVE WAYS TO RESTORE NATURAL MOISTURE. ONE CAPSULE TWICE A DAY AFTER MEAL IS USUALLY ENOUGH. IF YOU ARE SLEEP IS DISTURBED OR IF YOU FEEL EMOTIONALLY DRAINED, THEN ADDING ASHWAGANDHA CAPSULE AT NIGHT GIVES DEEPER NOURISHMENT AND HELPS BALANCE DRYNESS FROM WITHIN
Avoid cold food, dry food, too much tea or coffee, long, fasting, long, travelling MOST WOMEN START Feeling easier within a week or two and the tissue slowly regain comfort with consistent care
Medicines 1 Shatavari Kalpa: 1 teaspoon with warm milk twice daily. 2 Chandraprabha Vati: 1 tablet twice daily with water. 3 Gandhak Rasayan: 1 tablet twice daily after food (specifically to relieve the itching).
External Therapy (Crucial for Atrophy) Yoni Pichu (Oil Application): This is the most effective natural remedy. Use Dhanwantharam Thailam or pure Virgin Coconut Oil. Dip a sterile cotton ball or tampon in the warm oil and insert it into the vagina for 20–30 minutes daily before a bath or at bedtime. This restores moisture to the dry tissues and heals the atrophy naturally. Wash: Wash the area with a lukewarm Triphala Decoction (boil Triphala powder in water and strain) once a day to stop itching. Avoid hot water.
Dietary Advice Healthy Fats: Vaginal atrophy is a sign of internal dryness (Vata). You must include Cow Ghee (1 tsp in lunch/dinner), nuts (soaked Almonds/Walnuts), and seeds (Flaxseeds) in your diet. Hydration: Drink at least 2.5 liters of water daily. Exclusions: Avoid dry crackers, excessive caffeine, and spicy foods which dry out mucous membranes.
Lifestyle Advice Hygiene: Wear only loose, breathable cotton underwear. Avoid synthetic fabrics or panty liners that trap heat. Soaps: Strictly avoid using soaps or intimate washes in that area; they disrupt the pH and worsen dryness. Use plain water or the oiled cotton method mentioned above.
Regards Dr Gursimran Jeet Singh MD Panchakarma
Take Shatavari kalpa 1 tsp with warm milk at morning Mahatikta gritha 1 tsp at morning with warm water Apply Bala taila locally Do sitz bath with triphala kashaya daily Orally take Strirasayana vati 1-0-1 Ashwagandha capsule 1-0-1
Hello It is nice of you to share your concerns with me. Postmenopausal vaginal atrophy is a situation that happens very often, especially when the sexual intercourse is less frequent. The dryness and itching you feel may be very effectively treated with natural Ayurvedic therapies without the need to use chemical medications. According to Ayurveda, vaginal atrophy is similar to Yoni Shushkata / Yoni Kandu that is caused predominantly by:
- Vata Dosha Aggravation Especially Apana Vata—which results in: Dryness of vaginal tissues Thinning of vaginal walls Itching & burning Reduced natural lubrication Mourning, anxiety, and hormonal changes after menopause increase Vata even more.
Hence we will be treating it with: Balancing Vata Snehana (both internal and external oleation) Rasayana (tissue nourishment) Moisture and strength restoration in yoni
AYURVEDIC PLAN OF TREATMENT
INTERNAL MEDICATION (All-natural, non-hormonal)
1. Shatavari Kalpa – 1 teaspoon two times a day with warm milk - Recovers the feminine tissue health - Facilitates lubrication - Has a cooling and nourishing effect
2. Ashwagandha Churna – ½ teaspoon at night with warm milk - Vata is kept in balance - Helps to avoid dryness due to stress - Strengthens reproductive tissues
3. Sukumaram Kashayam – 15 ml with equal warm water two times a day - Very good for Apana Vata - Relieves dryness and itching
EXTERNAL THERAPIES (Most Important)
1. Yoni Pichu (Vaginal Oil Swab Therapy) – Every day before going to bed This is the ultimate method for vaginal atrophy. Soak a small clean cotton swab in oil Yashtimadhu Taila Insert it softly and keep it for 20–30 minutes (or overnight).
Advantages: - Very deep moisturizing - Eliminates itching - Thickens the mucosa of the vagina - Repairs micro-tears - Can be used safely, naturally, and for a long time
2. Sitz Bath
Have a warm sitz bath for 10 minutes with: - Neem leaves (against itching)
DIET PLAN
☑️Foods to Include
Ghee warm mil Sesame seeds / sesame oil Shatavari, dates, figs Pure ghee Warm soups, stews Coconut water Almonds that are soaked
❌Foods to Avoid
Dry foods: crackers, popcorn, and breads Too much cold food and drink Caffeine Spicy foods that contribute to itching Stress (greatly increases Vata)
Self-Care
Abhyanga (sesame oil massage) 3–4 times per week Gentle yoga: butterfly exercise, cat-cow movements, pelvic tilts Sufficient water
Warm Regards Dr Snehal vidhate
1.Shatavri granules 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk after meals 2.Kalyanaka Ghrita 1 tsp with warm milk once daily 3.Kumaryasava 20 ml with 20 ml water twice daily after meals
Local Applications (External): - Yoni Pichu (cotton swab soaked in medicated oil) - Oils like Bala Taila or Shatavari Taila can be applied locally (under physician guidance). - Simple option at home: Apply a few drops of warm sesame oil or coconut oil externally at night.
Diet & Lifestyle: - Favor warm, nourishing foods: milk, ghee, dates, almonds, sesame seeds. - Avoid very dry, spicy, or processed foods. - Gentle yoga: Supta Baddha Konasana, Setubandhasana—improves pelvic circulation. - Daily Abhyanga (oil massage) with sesame oil to calm Vata.
Start with Shatavari tablet 1-0-1 after food with water Apply yastimadhu grith in vaginal area twice daily. Do kegel exercises daily.
Vaginal atrophy can indeed be a challenging condition, especially when seeking natural remedies. Ayurveda can offer supportive options to address the dryness and itchiness associated with it. Begin by incorporating Triphala powder in your routine; consume it with warm water before bedtime to help balance the doshas and support tissue rejuvenation. This might assist in improving overall tissue health and hydration.
Aloe vera has soothing properties that can address itching and dryness. Apply fresh aloe vera gel to the affected area twice daily. It’s essential to ensure the gel is directly from the plant or a high-quality source without additional irritants. Another useful remedy is coconut oil. Apply a small amount to the vaginal area daily. It acts as a natural moisturizer, easing dryness and potential discomfort.
Consider including Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) in your diet. This herb is renowned in Ayurveda for its support in women’s health, including reproductive tissue nourishment. You can take Shatavari as a powdered supplement or find it in a capsule form in health stores — aim for 500mg to 1g daily, but consult with an Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized dosing.
Herbal infusions such as fennel seeds boiled in water (strained) can be consumed twice daily. It may provide cooling effects and counteract dryness. While making changes in your diet, ensure to increase your intake of healthy fats, such as ghee, avocados, and nuts, which can also help lubricate tissues.
Regularly practicing pelvic floor exercises may enhance blood flow to the area and maintain some degree of tissue flexibility. Additionally, yoga, with poses like Baddha Konasana (Bound Angle Pose), supports pelvic health.
Hydration is key — drink warm water throughout the day. Minimize the consumption of caffeine and processed foods, as these might aggravate dryness.
While these natural solutions can offer relief, it’s always essential to touch base with an Ayurvedic practitioner to monitor progress and adjust recommendations as needed.
Vaginal atrophy, often due to decreased estrogen levels, can be addressed with some Ayurvedic methods focused on balancing the vata dosha, which is likely elevated in this condition. First, consider internal and external applications of medicated oils, which are central to Ayurveda for nourishing tissues (dhatus). Apply sesame oil internally using a clean finger or applicator to moisturize and soothe the vaginal epithelium. Do this once daily, preferably in the evening, allowing the oil to absorb overnight.
Diet plays a critical role in managing vata imbalance. Aim to incorporate warm, oily, and easily digestible foods in your meals. Increase consumption of ghee, cooked vegetables, whole grains, and nuts. Herbal infusions like Ashwagandha (withania somnifera) or Shatavari (asparagus racemosus) can be beneficial. Prepare a simple decoction by boiling one teaspoon of the herb in a cup of water until it reduces to half. Consume it once a day, after consulting with a professional for suitability.
Intimate hygiene is also essential. Avoid use of harsh soaps or douches. Instead, mild cleansers with natural ingredients like aloe vera can prevent irritation. Keeping hydrated is important; drink sufficient water to maintain internal balance. Alongside, practice gentle exercises like walking or yoga, which improve circulation and agni (digestive fire), helping in alleviating symptoms.
If symptoms persist or worsen, it’s good to seek professional medical advice to rule out other underlying causes or complications. Vaginal atrophy can sometimes require more immediate medical interventions depending on severity, so don’t hesitate to consult a healthcare provider if needed.
