subject: Homeopathic Treatment For Dysmenorrhea [print this page] Severe uterine pain during menstruation or simply painful menstruation.
Types:
Two types primary and secondary:
Primary Dysmenorrhoea:
It usually occurs in girls and young females and tends to improve with increasing age. The pain is usually spasmodic or colicky in character and is worse on first, second and third day of menses and eases as the flow establishes. There is no underlying medical problem.
Cause:
The pain is due to the spasm of uterine muscle caused by excessive secretion of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are the hormones secreted by the cells in the uterus. Patients suffering from primary dysmenorrhoea have high levels of prostaglandins.
Secondary Dysmenorrhoea :
It is due to some underlying pelvic disease. Symptoms of dysmenorrhea usually appear after few years of painless menstruation. The pain experienced is very variable but is usually dull aching pain.
Causes:
Adenomycosis (uterine tissue growing into the uterine wall).
Endometrial polyps (growth in the uterine lining).
Endometriosis (uterine tissue that grows outside the uterus).
Fibroids (growths in the uterus).
Narrowing of the cervix as it opens into the vagina.
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID).
Use of an IUD(Intra uterine devices).
Symptoms:
Each individual may experience symptoms differently
1.low back pain
2.pain radiating down the legs
3.nausea
4.vomiting
5.diarrhea
6.fatigue
7.weakness
8.fainting
9.headaches cramping in the lower abdomen
10.pain in the lower abdomen
Home care:
Proper rest and sleep
Balanced diet
Homeopathic remedies:
Belladonna:
Symptoms that are very intense and come and go suddenly, accompanied by a feeling. The menstrual flow is typically bright red, profuse, and may have begun too early. Pain and cramping are worse from jarring and from touch, yet applying steady pressure often brings relief. Walking or bending over can make things worse, and sitting may be the most tolerable position.
Bovista:
Puffiness and edema during times of menstrual stress, and can feel very awkward and clumsy. Pain may be felt in the pelvic region, often with soreness near the pubic bone. Menstrual flow increases at night (and may even be absent during the day). Diarrhea occurring at the time of the menstrual period is a strong indication
Caulophyllum:
Women with a history of weak uterine tone and irregular periods. Intense discomfort during periods, with drawing pains in the thighs and legs as well as the pelvic area,. The woman may experience a heavy flow of blood or other discharge. Stiffness or arthritis, especially in the finger-joints.
Chamomilla:
When the person's mood and nerves are so sensitive. Pains seem almost unbearable. Anger and irritability may be extreme. The menstrual flow can be heavy, and the blood may look dark or clotted. Pain often extends from the pelvic area into the thighs, and may be worse at night. Heating pads or exposure to wind can aggravate the symptoms. Vigorous walking or moving around in other ways may help relieve the pain.
Cimicifuga (Actaea Racemosa):
Cramping and pain that get worse as the flow increases, back and neck pain with muscle tension, and sharp pains like shocks that shoot upward, down the thighs, or across the pelvis,. The woman is likely to be nervous, enthusiastic, and talkative by nature, yet feel pessimistic and fearful when unwell.
Cocculus:
Cramping or pressing pain in the pelvic or abdominal region, along with weakness or dizziness. She may be inclined toward headaches or nausea, and parts of her body can feel numb. Feeling worse from standing up or from any kind of exertion and feeling better from lying down and sleeping are typical.
Colocynthis:
Sharp, cutting, tearing pains that make the person bend double. Cramping may be felt throughout the pelvic area or be focused near the ovaries. The woman feels restless from the pain, but lying down and keeping hard pressure and warmth on the area improve things. This remedy is often indicated if problems are worsened by emotional upsets, especially after feeling anger or suppressing it.
Lachesis:
Women who have intense discomfort and tension before the menstrual period begins and feel much better when the flow is established. Symptoms include a bearing-down sensation in the pelvis, flushes of heat, headache, and an inability to tolerate the touch of clothing around the waist or neck.
Lilium tigrinum:
Great premenstrual irritability and cramping pain with a bearing-down feeling during periods. The woman may feel as if her uterus is pushing out, and may need to sit a lot or cross her legs. She is likely to feel worse from strong emotions or excitement and be better from fresh air.
Magnesia phosphorica:
Painful cramps and pain in the pelvic region that are relieved by pressure and warmth. Periods may start too early, often with a dark or stringy discharge, and pain is usually worse on the right side of the body.
Nux vomica:
Woman has irregular menstrual periods with constricting pains that can extend to the rectum or the area above the tailbone. The woman tends to be impatient, irritable, and easily offended. Chilliness and constipation are also common.
Pulsatilla:
Delayed or suppressed menstrual flow accompanied by nausea or faintness. Getting too warm or being in a stuffy room make things worse. Cramping pain with a bearing-down feeling, either with scanty flow or thick, dark, clotted discharge. Symptoms that are changeable often point to Pulsatilla.
Sepia:
Painful, late, or suppressed menstruation, with a feeling that the pelvic floor is weak or as if the uterus is sagging.
Veratrum album:
Menstrual periods with a very heavy flow and cramping, along with feeling of exhaustion, chilliness, and even vomiting and diarrhea. The periods may start too early and go on too long. Discomfort is often worse at night and also in wet, cold weather. Warm drinks, exercise make things worse. Small meals, cold drinks, and wrapping up in warm clothes or covers will tend to bring relief.
