All treatments in Ayurveda are prescribed only after a careful diagnosis of the patient’s body constitution, family history, sex, age, stage of the disease etc. This will enable the patient to receive treatments that are specifically suited to his very needs. Ayurveda treatments will therefore vary from patient to patient.

The first consultation with an Ayurveda doctor, including the diagnosis will last for more than an hour. The basic step in the diagnosis will be to find the person’s body humor (Dosha) – Vata, Pita or Kapha, because it is the imbalance of these body humors that creates Vaginal atrophy

The dominance of dosha in a person is found by asking several questions on his behavior, food habits, sleeping patterns, age, height & weight, place of life, profession, health problems and medical reports etc. Ayurveda diagnosis comprises of clinical and laboratory tests also.

Pulse, tongue, nail, and eye examinations are important diagnosis methods used to reveal a person’s body humor and its imbalance. This will help the doctor in treating the disease.

Pulse diagnosis in Ayurveda is not just counting the beats. It also reveals the health status of the entire body constitution, including the dosha imbalance and the health of the various body organs.

In tongue diagnosis, the doctor checks the general appearance, colour and coating of the tongue. In Ayurveda, as different areas of the tongue correspond to different organs of the body, the Ayurvedic practitioner can determine which organs of the body are out of balance by having a detailed tongue examination.

Nail examination is done to check the type, colour and shape of the person’s nail. Imbalances of doshas are easily detected on close examination.

In the eye diagnosis, the colour, size and even the shape of the eyes are important in determining the dosha dominance of a person. His mental status – nervousness, anxiety, confidence level etc – can also be learned through eye diagnosis.

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After the diagnosis, the doctor sets out to treat the patient in a very systematic manner. This would include a set of appropriate Panchakarma treatments and Rasayana therapies .

The Panchakarma Treatments are meant to flush out the toxins, They are classified as pre-purification, main purification and post purification phases and include various types of therapies like oil massages, fermented liquid massages, medicinal enemas, herbal purification methods.

The Rasayana Therapies are meant to nourish the body, to bring the doshas back to balance and to regenerate the body.These comprise diet regulations, daily regimens, intake of oral medicines and ayurveda tonics, yoga and a stress free life. After the treatment the ayurveda doctors will advise you how to lead a healthy life. T he beneifts and results of the treatment are shown only after the Rasyana Treatment is over and docotrs advise is strictly followed. The results will manifest itself normally after 3 to 4 weeks as the body takes time to regenerate itself.

Pre-purification therapies are the first ones applied to loosen the toxins, open up the circulation channels and get the body ready for discarding these wastes. These methods are highly relaxing for the body and mind.

Snehapanam and Swedanam are the two pre purification therapies used in the treatment of Vaginal atrophy.

Snehapanam is an important pre purification therapy for Vaginal atrophywhich consists of oral intake of medicated ghee and sesame oil for a specified number of days. This unique snehapanam treatment helps to flush out the toxins from the body. Amaltas, guggul, ginger, neem, onion, chopchini, tribhala etc. are some of the ingredients used for its preparation. Apart from being a purva karma treatment for Vaginal atrophy, snehapanam also improves the delicacy of the skin, enhances memory and the grasping power of an individual

Swedanam means medicinal perspiration and involves the active sweating of the whole body using medicated steam. Through this process, the agni is increased and the fatty tissues get mobilized. The channels of the body are softened and this causes the impurities to move out through the skin by way of sweat. Swedanam as a pre purification therapy for Vaginal atrophycleanses the channels thoroughly and helps to control the vitiated doshas. This therapy is done in two ways.

A- Through external application of heat or retention of the body heat such as through exercise or through the use of heavy clothes and blankets.

B- Remaining in a chamber that has been well- heated for a considerable period of time or inhaling medicated steam. This helps the patient to sweat considerably and helps to throw out the impurities through the pores of the skin

Main purification therapies for Vaginal atrophy

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This is the phase of elimination of toxins that were loosened at the pre purification treatment stage. These therapies are highly potential methods and are usually overseen by doctors. The commonly adopted Panchakarma treatments for Vaginal atrophyare
Virechanam and Vasthi

Virechanam consists of the oral intake of safe herbal medicines leading to the elimination of poisonous wastes through the anal route. This cleansing of the mid zone benefits the entire body system. The appetite and body strength increases making you a more active and energetic person. Virechanam, as a main purification therapy for Vaginal atrophyis a highly effective panchakarma therapy.

Vasthi is an enema therapy and is considered the ace colon cleaning panchakarma treatment. In this form of treatment special medicines are introduced through the anal route for the evacuation of accumulated toxins and metabolic wastes. It washes out all the toxins in the metabolic system through the digestive tract. It is highly recommended in the treatment of Vaginal atrophy. As also a rejuvenating health treatment, vasthi imparts high immunity and longevity, reduces degeneration of tissues, and prevents ageing. Dill seeds, honey, rock salt, herbal pastes, oils and decoctions are the main ingredients used in vasthi.

These are body nourishing therapies to rejuvenate the body and mind after the Panchakarma therapy. They keep the enzymes in the tissue cells in their normal functioning condition, restore and balance the body functions and maintain the overall health and well being of an individual for much longer periods after the Panchakarma course. Rasayana therapies for Vaginal atrophyinclude oral medicines and diet regulation.

Oral medicines for Vaginal atrophy

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Used for treating Vaginal atrophywill be extracts of pure medicinal herbs, leaves, spices etc. These are prepared specifically to restore the lost balance and to provide the needed inputs to cure Vaginal atrophy. Kashayam and Arishtam - herbal decoctions and fermentations Lehyams – semi solid formulation are commonly prescribed. Guggulu, chopchini, shatawari, aswaganda, garlic, fenugreek, etc are some of the medicinal herbs and spices used in the preparation of kasha yams, aristams and lehyams for use of Vaginal atrophypatients.

Kindly consult your ayurveda physician who will prescribe the most suitable oral medicine for your disease.

Diet for Vaginal atrophy

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Vaginal atrophypatients should consume a diet low in saturated fat, moderate in mono- and unsaturated fats. They should consume whole grains, fruits and vegetables as also milk. Drinking sufficient quantities of water is imperative as impurities and toxins from the body are eliminated through urination.

Ayurveda recommends that we adjust our diet keeping in view our dominant dosha. Women with Vaginal atrophyshould reduce the consumption of saturated fats as over consumption of saturated fats can invite heart diseases. Consumption of processed foods should be completely avoided. One should also use olive oil instead of butter or ghee as a cooking medium. Intake of caffeine, salt and alcohol etc are to be discouraged. Soya products are beneficial as these are a source of phytoestrogens and also lower the cholesterol level in the body.

You can find out your type of prakruthi and decide a diet for yourself.

Yoga and meditation are always beneficial and have always played a vital part in curing every type of disease. Yoga exercises done every day replenish and rebalance the physical and emotional systems that are depleted by the everyday stresses that lie so heavy on our lives. Yoga makes it possible to rest on a strong base of confidence and strength within oneself. Spending a few minutes for meditation is highly beneficial for Vaginal atrophypatients.

Life Style for Vaginal atrophy

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Patients suffering from Vaginal atrophyare advised to take at least one or two weeks of rest after the panchakarma experience. At this time, the body is weak after the purification process and needs time to get back to normalcy. They should also avoid tension, worry and anxiety in their daily lives

Light exercises on a regular basis are recommended; however, over exertion is to be avoided. Walking is a good exercise for Vaginal atrophypatients. Leading a lazy and sedentary life is to be avoided; however, sufficient rest and sleep is a must for Vaginal atrophypatients.