Ayurvedic Medicine After Total Hysterectomy

A hysterectomy is a surgical procedure to remove a woman's uterus. The uterus, also known as the womb, is where a baby grows when a woman is pregnant. The uterine lining is the source of menstrual blood. The need for this operation can arise due to various reasons, which include:

1. Development of uterine fibroids that are painful and accompanied by bleeding and other associated symptoms
2. Uterine prolapse, which is characterized by a shifting of the position of the uterus, wherein it enters the vaginal canal
3. Ovarian cancer, cervical cancer or endometrial cancer
4. Vaginal bleeding that cannot be characterized as normal
5. Endometriosis
6. Development of a condition, in which the uterus thickens and is known as adenomyosis
7. Chronic pain in the pelvic region

Ayurvedic Treatment for Post Hysterectomy

In Ayurveda, the uterus is associated with the Pitta dosha (fire element) and is considered to be a storehouse of metabolic fire. In fact, this is the reason why after a hysterectomy is performed, a woman generally loses the zest for life along with her creativity and feels demotivated, depressed, sentimental, or lethargic. But Ayurveda can help in regaining your vitality post-hysterectomy. Here's how:

Ayurvedic Medicine after Hysterectomy

In Ayurveda, the greatest healer of hysterectomy is the herb Shatavari (asparagus racemosus). This herb is known to balance out the Pitta Dosha, which is associated with the uterus. Not only that, this herb, whose name roughly means 'a woman who has 100 husbands,' is extremely vital in reducing stress and in increasing Ojas (or vitality).

These ayurvedic remedies also help in building stamina and increasing strength post-surgery, while helping in maintaining a normal hormonal balance. A woman will also experience an increase in her Sattva (or positivity) with the help of this herb. 

However, just after a Hysterectomy surgery, a woman is advised to have arjuna and turmeric as they are enriched with healing properties. A combination of other herbs along with Shatavari can help in calming the mind and keep fluctuating emotions in check. These ayurvedic herbs include saffron, aloe vera, calamus, gotu kola, bhringraj, and Brahmi Rasayana or jatamansi.

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