hello there,
Endometrial cysts can be really painful and can cause infertility in long term.
It is a vata predominant condition, both physical and mental factors are responsible for the Vata aggravation, mental stress is one among the major responsible factors.
Consuming too much cold, dry, rough, pungent, astringent and bitter substances, excess consumption of raw foods, excessive travelling, substance abuse, excess physical activity, travelling and suppression of 13 different vegas (Involuntary functions such as hunger,thirst, tears, urination, defecation, sneezing, farting etc. may cause aggravation of Vata in the body. Most of us tend to suppress these ‘vegas’(urges) in our day to day life situations.Because of these ‘vega dharan’( suppression of urges), the flow of apanavata gets disturbed which also controls the proper menstrual flow.
High levels of estrogen can be a cause of endometriosis which can also be hereditary.
Next Steps
The first line of treatment is ‘Nidana Parivarjanam’ i.e. removal of the root cause.
Endometriosis diet principles:
Avoid vata and Kapha increasing foods
Avoid fried food, cold drinks, fatty food and dry foods especially during periods
Consume food which can help in regular bowel movement
Lifestyle changes to support endometriosis treatment:
Don’t hold natural urges
Avoid sex just before, during and soon after periods
Exercise regularly to maintain healthy body weight
Practice Yoga Yoga will help in maintaining a good breathing rhythm and will provide relaxation
Practice pranayama the breathing exercise.
The other will be Vata anuloman with panchkarma techniques such as vasti chikitsa, uttar vasti by visiting your nearest ayurvedic center you can opt for. You can always have a follow up with me for a customised plan for you....if you are interested.
And a medicine to balance your hormones so that it doesn't flare up in the next cycle is charak M2 tone syrup 1tbsp which you can have after 15 mins of having your lunch. It is just an uterine tonic. See if there's any difference after one month use.
Health Tips
Your lifestyle efforts also counts in managing your period.... Take proper sleep, stay well hydrated and most importantly don't skip meals.
Take care.