Please suggest an ayurvedic solution for my menstrual problem.

Hi doctor,

I have doubts regarding indigestion, hair fall, acne and irregular and short menstrual cycles, which is lasting for the past days. Are all these interrelated? Currently, I am taking Zandu pancharishta tonic for stomach ailments and planning to go for Hempushpa or Ashokarishta for menstrual problems. Will these tonics help in providing a permanent solution? If not, please suggest me the treatment plan.

Thank you doctor,

Your advice is much helpful. Please resolve the following concerns. I forgot to mention about leucorrhea. Can that problem get resolved by taking these medicines? Or is there a different medicine for that? Please tell me the brands for kumaryasavam and Shatavari gulam. Shall I stop using Zandu pancharishta? I have started taking amla juice and giloy in the morning empty stomach. I hope that will not interfere with these medicines and does not have any side effects. Should I stop taking them? As you mentioned to avoid dairy products, should I lessen the amount of intake of milk? Also, should I take Ashokarishta and Kumaryasavam together 1 fl oz or each 1 fl oz? Can I take warm lemon water? Will this three months treatment plan completely resolve all my problems?

Thank you doctor,

My periods last for 2 or 3 days rather than being a normal 5-day cycle. Will Ashokarishtam help in this case? Will the medicines suggested by you help in resolving stomach ailments like mild constipation, gastric problems, slow metabolism, and digestion? If not, please suggest medicine for the above issues. Will yoga help my problem? Which asanas would make a difference? I am deficient in vitamin D and my doctor advised me to take Rebosoft 60 k one tablet every week for up to four weeks. Can I take this supplement along with the medicine suggested by you? What is the alternative treatment for this vitamin D deficiency? Which will keep vitamin D levels up to the mark, if I did not go for this supplement? Please suggest me a better supplement. Does the medicine suggested by you have side effects? Would they be increasing pitta? I always feel fatigued and tired even if I do not do any work. Please suggest a remedy for this as in to stay active. Please suggest a tip to keep pitta, vata, and kapha in balance. Also, kindly suggest a good hair oil.

Hi doctor,

I got the suggested medicines. While buying Ashokarishtam, the concerned person said that this will reduce bleeding and delayed periods. Please resolve this concern and share your opinion.

Hello doctor,

Right from the last period, I am experiencing thick, sticky, cottage cheese like white discharge and mild burning while urinating, which vanishes if I increase the water intake. Is there any chance of vaginal infection? Please let me know what needs to be done to rectify this. Please suggest some natural way to get rid of this. Is there a need to go for some investigation by a gynecologist for this?

Hello doctor,

I am following your advice diligently and taking all medicine on time with lifestyle changes. But, I keep getting acne, and they are mainly happening around ovulation and before starting of periods. Is there any hormonal imbalance? I am taking medicines for the last two months, and the acne is hampering my self-esteem. Please give me a solution.

Hi doctor,

Yes, I do observe some improvement and my general health is coming on track. I have noticed less hair fall, but I cannot say 50% or less. The most important reason that I would like to stick to your regimen or natural regimen is that it gives long-lasting results. I do not want to go for hormone therapies preferred by an endocrinologist. Please let me know how long I need to continue medicines. Is there any need to add more drugs or liver-detoxifying herbs?

Hello doctor,

Thanks for the reply.

Please let me know how long I need to continue this medication. As of now, it has been two months. Before MC, I face some PMS symptoms like mood swings, backache, nausea and bloating. Will it resolve with time once the hormonal system gets balanced? I hope there is nothing to worry. May I know a shift in menses by 2 or 3 days is considered to be normal or it should be a strict 28-day cycle.

Hello doctor,

First of all, I am thankful for getting your replies on time and for giving me wise suggestions. This follow-up query is just feedback with a few concerns. My menses occurred on time as expected this month. But, the primary concern is after starting medications, I am noticing brown spotting and brown discharge before periods for three to four hours, and then normal bleeding begins. This has not happened earlier. Is it normal? I even noticed a blood clot. Should I require a gynecological examination? What are the signs of a healthy period? The color of the blood is light red and not as bright red. Is that normal or symbolizing some underlying problem? Also, I am experiencing painful periods with pelvic and stomach pain on the first day. I have also experienced black-colored stool for a month during the initial days of medications. Please resolve my concerns.

Hello doctor,

As suggested, I went up for a gynecological examination and had an ultrasound for lower abdomen along with some hormone tests. I had the test just a day before the beginning of the fertile window. Hereby attaching the reports. Please help me in understanding is there any possibility of pcod. Is there any imbalance in the hormonal profile? What would be the course of action from now onwards? For how long I need to continue the prescribed medicines? Is there any need for more medication based on the reports?