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Can TCM treat fibroids?

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Uterine fibroids are noncancerous growths of the uterus. It is common among women, some have symptoms while many do not. Symptoms may include irregular menstrual periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, prolonged menstrual bleeding, spotting, bleeding between periods, severe menstrual cramps, pelvic pain, backaches and frequent urination.

TCM view fibroids as pathological masses that occur due to stagnation of qi and blood or accumulation of phelgm and dampness in the womb. This unwanted accumulation of qi, blood, phelgm and dampness usually occurs due to deficiency in the body.

TCM treatment usually consists of herbal medication and/or acupuncture, which aims to promote qi and blood circulation; clear phelgm and dampness to shrink the fibroids. Also, to treat any deficiencies and balance the body.

Many women have benefited from TCM treatment, successfully shrinking the fibroids and also, regulating the menstrual cycle in the process.

In some cases, surgery might be necessary. I would recommend you to consult a qualified TCM physician to get a proper diagnosis and discuss the treatment plan. Do bring your lab report along, if any.

Hope this helps!

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Is TCM a good form of medical treatment?

It would be useful (as Dr Israr as suggested) to get an MRI done, come to a diagnosis before continuing treatment. TCM by itself is not particularly cheap and a clear-cut diagnosis and management plan suggested by the orthopedics would avail you much less angst.

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Are there any lifestyle or diet choices that can help to shrink fibroids?

There is curently no conclusive scientific evidence of any links between diet, and shrinking fibroids. There is also no scientific evidence that avoiding certain foods prevents the recurrence of fibroids. Having said that, there are ongoing studies looking into diet and lifestyle as contributory factors for fibroids. Of note, the exact cause of fibroids is unknown till date. However, there is: A genetic element – you are more likely to develop them if someone else in your family had it. An association with higher levels of oestrogen (a female hormone).

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