MENORRHAGIA - MODERN AND AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Excessive menstrual bleeding, known as Menorrhagia, impacts a substantial number of women globally, causing physical discomfort, emotional strain, and economic challenges. This comprehensive review explores contemporary medical and traditional Ayurvedic perspectives on Menorrhagia, covering diagnostic techniques, underlying causes, therapeutic approaches, and their relative effectiveness. In Western medicine, Menorrhagia is frequently linked to hormonal disruptions, uterine issues, or broader health conditions, with interventions spanning medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and hormonal birth control to procedures like endometrial ablation or hysterectomy. Clinical trials provide strong evidence for these methods, although they may involve side effects and the possibility of recurrence. In contrast, Ayurveda interprets Menorrhagia as a result of dosha imbalances, especially heightened pitta and vata, and utilizes comprehensive remedies including herbal preparations, nutritional adjustments, yoga, and behavioral changes. Drawing from ancient scriptures such as the Charaka Samhita, Ayurvedic practices focus on achieving bodily equilibrium and have demonstrated encouraging outcomes in research for alleviating bleeding and enhancing well-being. A side-by- side evaluation indicates that while modern treatments deliver swift symptom management, Ayurveda presents enduring, low-risk options with reduced complications. Nonetheless, combining elements from both could improve results. This review calls for additional studies on integrated strategies, stressing the importance of controlled trials to substantiate Ayurvedic methods within contemporary medical contexts. In essence, a thorough grasp of both systems can assist healthcare professionals in providing tailored, culturally appropriate treatment for Menorrhagia.