MANAGING FEMALE INFERTILITY WITH AYURVEDA

Infertility is defined as the inability to become pregnant and give birth to a child that is limited or hindered in some way.  This condition is generally discovered after 12 months of unsuccessful attempts to get pregnant. One third causes of infertility are due to male problems, one third are because of female problems and one third are because of combination or unknown factors. Female infertility occurs when the reasons of infertility are discovered to be from the female spouse. Infertility is a prevalent condition. At least 10% of women experience some form of infertility. As a woman matures, her chances of being infertile rise.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF FEMALE INFERTILITY?

There are number of factors that can disrupt the process of reproduction at any step. The causes of female infertility are : Ovulation Disorders

Most instances of infertility are caused by ovulating rarely or not at  all. Some of the ovulation disorders are :

• Hypothalamic Dysfunction: Pituitary gland produce two hormones FSH(Follicle stimulating hormone) and LH (Luteinizing hormone) that are responsible for stimulating ovulation every month. Excessive emotional or physical stress, recent substantial weight gain or loss , very low or very high body weight may disrupt production of these hormones and affect ovulation.
• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome(PCOS) : Due to PCOS there is imbalance of hormones, which affects ovulation. This condition is associated with insulin resistance and obesity, acne and abnormal hair growth on face or body. This is the most common cause of female infertility.
• Too Much Prolactin : Production of excessive prolactin by pituitary gland, that reduce the production of estrogen and may cause infertility.
• Primary Ovarian Insufficiency : Also known as Ovarian Failure, this condition is due to auto-immune response or by premature loss of eggs from ovary which is a result of genetics or chemotherapy. The ovary no longer produce eggs and this cause reduced production of estrogens in women under the age of 40.

Damage To Fallopian Tubes

Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes prevent sperm from reaching  the egg or prevent  the fertilized egg from entering the uterus. The cause of fallopian tube damage or blockage is :

• Previous abdominal surgery : Previous pelvis or abdominal surgery , such as surgery for ectopic pregnancy may cause blockage or damage of fallopian tubes.
• Pelvic Inflammatory disease : Infection of fallopian tubes and uterus because of gonorrhea, chlamydia or other sexually transmitted infections.

Endometriosis

A condition when tissue that typically grows in the uterus implants and grows in other places is called as Endometriosis. Extra growth of tissue and there surgical removal of it can lead to scarring that may block fallopian tubes. This condition can also disrupt implantation of fertilized egg. This also seems to affect fertility in indirect ways.

Uterine or Cervical Causes

There are various cervical or uterine causes that may interfere with egg implantation or increase the risk of miscarriage. The causes includes :

• Cervical stenosis : Narrowing of the cervix which may be due to inherited malformation or damage to cervix.
• In the uterus, benign polyps or tumors (fibroids or myomas) are frequent. Some tends to block the fallopian tubes or disrupt the implantation, thus affecting fertility.
• Problems with uterus that exist from the time of birth, like an abnormally shaped uterus, might make it difficult to get or stay pregnant.
• In some cases cervix does not produce enough mucus to allow sperm to pass through and enter the uterus.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR FEMALE INFERTILITY?

There are certain factors that increase the risk of infertility in females. The factors includes :

• Smoking : Smoking cause damage to fallopian tubes and cervix and also increase the risk of miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy. Smoke also age the ovaries and deplete the eggs prematurely.
• Age : With age the quality and quantity of the women’s egg starts to decline. The rate of follicle loss speeds, resulting in fewer and poorer quality of eggs in mid 30s.
• Alcohol : Intake of excessive alcohol can reduce the fertility.
• Weight : Being under weight or overweight can affect the ovulation.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF FEMALE INFERTILITY?

• Periods that are irregular
• Periods that be excruciating or heavy.
• No periods
• Experience symptoms due to hormonal changes
• Pain during intercourse

WHAT AYURVED SAYS ABOUT FEMALE INFERTILITY?

In Ayurveda important factors to conceive are Rutu( fertile period), Kshetra ( reproductive organs), Ambu ( nutritive fluids) and Beej (ovum). A good psychological state of Vata and Shadbhava is also required for conception. Any abnormality in these factors tends to cause infertility or Vandhyatva . Agnimandya and tri dosha dushti are the major causes of Abnormality in factors of conception, according to Ayurveda.  The main causes for agnimandya and tri dosha vitiation are consumption of unwholesome diet, suppressing natural urges etc.

According to Ayurveda, reproductive health is essentially influenced by tissue metabolism and nutrition, both of which are essential for conception. The Ayurvedic approach to fertility is distinct in that it emphasises enhancing the entire health of the potential parents. Fertility may result as a result of increased general health.

 HERBS:

• Guduchi
• Shatavari
• Amalaki
• Nagakeshara
• Guggulu
• Ashoka
• Kumari

PANCHAKARMA FOR FEMALE INFERTILITY:

• Vaman
• Virechan
• Utter vasti
• Nasyam
• Shiro dhara

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATIONS FOR TREATMENT OF  FEMALE INFERTILITY :

1. Femine Care tablet:

CAC Femine care tablet is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflamatory and immuno modulater properties.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

2. Nerve up tablet:

It is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely ayurvedic formulation.  CAC Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet,  praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata disease.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Woman Power Tablet:

CAC woman power tablet is a complete health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. The herbs used are Ashoka, Shatavari, anatmool, etc. These are herbs used since ancient times to maintain female health metabolism. It works well in the reproductive system and other health-related disorders. The extract of these herbs is used which provides multiple health benefits. These herbs have the potential to improve female health and libido.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

4. Vata balance tablet:

Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

5. Woman Champion Syrup:

CAC Woman Championis purely herbal and ayurvedic formulation. It is a very effective tonic for women and help to maintain their health. It balances all the doshas of body and also maintain hormone levels . It contains herbs like Lodhra, Manjishta, Ashok chaal, Punarnava,Shatavar,Bala,Daruharidra,Nagarmotha that help women typically with mood changes, stress, headache and pain. CAC Women champion helps in leading a life of minimum discomfort during those difficult days every month. It act as antioxidant, anti inflammatory, anti spasmodic, uterine tonic and immunity booster.

Dosage:2 Teaspoon twice daily after meals.

6. Active plus Tablet:

Active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain,  acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablet twice daily with normal water.