The ovaries are an important part of the female reproductive system, and their main function is to produce eggs and hormones to regulate women's reproductive function and endocrine balance. However, as we age, some women may develop problems with early-onset ovarian hypofunction and premature ovarian failure.
Early-onset ovarian dysfunction, abbreviated as POF (Premature Ovarian Failure), refers to the beginning of a woman's ovarian function before the age of 40, or even the loss of normal function. Premature ovarian failure, on the other hand, refers to a phenomenon in which a woman's ovarian function gradually declines or suddenly loses its function before menopause.
The symptoms of early-onset ovarian hypofunction and premature ovarian failure mainly include irregular or even stopped menstruation, increased vaginal discharge, decreased libido, breast atrophy, sweating, hot flashes, polyuria, sleep disorders, etc. These symptoms can directly affect a woman's fertility, changes in appearance, psychological state, and quality of life.
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that early-onset ovarian dysfunction and premature ovarian failure are mainly related to factors such as lack of kidney qi, spleen deficiency and dampness. Kidney Qi insufficiency refers to the decline of kidney function, resulting in the loss of the normal health function of the ovariesSpleen deficiency and dampness refer to the dysfunction of the spleen and stomach, resulting in the retention of dampness in the body, which in turn affects the normal physiological functions of women.
*For early-onset ovarian dysfunction and premature ovarian failure, TCM employs a variety of methods. First of all, TCM emphasizes the maintenance of the kidneys and improves their function so that they can continue to provide nutrients and vitality to the ovaries. Commonly used Chinese medicines include angelica, rehmannia and wolfberry, which are believed to have the effect of nourishing the kidneys and nourishing the blood and regulating menstruation.
Secondly, TCM focuses on regulating the spleen and stomach and eliminating the problem of dampness in the body. Commonly used traditional Chinese medicines include Atractylodes macrocephalus, Poria cocos, Coptis chinensis, etc., which have the effects of strengthening the spleen and dissipating dampness and regulating digestive function.
In addition, TCM also emphasizes that women balance their own yin and yang and adjust their endocrine levels. Commonly used Chinese medicines include Radix Radix, Rehmannia, Yam, etc., which are believed to have the effect of nourishing yin and nourishing blood and regulating endocrine.
In general, traditional Chinese medicine regards early-onset ovarian dysfunction and premature ovarian failure as a holistic conditioning, and achieves the best goal by tonifying the kidney, strengthening the spleen, nourishing yin and nourishing blood, regulating yin and yang, and other means.
It should be pointed out that it may take a while for the ** of traditional Chinese medicine to show the efficacy, and at the same time, it is necessary to formulate a personalized ** plan based on the individual's constitution and condition. In addition, TCM** also needs to be carried out under the guidance of a professional TCM physician, and cannot be tried blindly on your own.
Finally, early-onset ovarian hypofunction and premature ovarian failure are complex diseases, and traditional Chinese medicine** is only one of them. In the process, we should also combine the diagnosis and technology of modern medicine, comprehensively consider various factors, and formulate a comprehensive and scientific plan.
To sum up, early-onset ovarian hypofunction and premature ovarian failure are a common problem in the female reproductive system, and traditional Chinese medicine has certain curative effects. By regulating the kidneys, spleen and stomach, balancing yin and yang, and using the corresponding traditional Chinese medicine, it can help women restore normal physiological functions and improve their quality of life.
Health References:
1. zhang xr, hou sq, chen jy, et al. integrated chinese and western medicine for prophylaxis of recurrence of ovarian cysts after laparoscopic surgery. int j fertil steril. 2016; 10(4): 385-392.