How to view women's scanty menstrual flow and short menstrual period from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine

Menstruation is an important sign of women's physiological cycle and a reflection of their physical health. However, many women encounter various problems during menstruation, among which scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods are common problems. These problems may have a certain impact on women's physical and mental health. This article will explore the causes and treatments of scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods from the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine.

According to TCM, women's menstruation is closely related to Qi and blood. Qi and blood are the basis of human life activities and the material basis of women's menstruation. The balance and circulation of Qi and blood are important factors in maintaining normal menstruation. In TCM theory, Qi has the functions of promoting, warming, defending and consolidating, while blood has the functions of nourishing and moisturizing the whole body. Therefore, when Qi and blood are unbalanced or circulated poorly, it will lead to abnormal menstruation.

Reasons for scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods

Qi and blood deficiency: Qi and blood deficiency is one of the main causes of scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods. Qi and blood deficiency may be caused by factors such as improper diet, overwork, chronic diseases, etc. Qi and blood deficiency will affect the production and circulation of menstrual blood, resulting in scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods.

Liver Qi Stagnation: Emotional instability, excessive stress and other factors may lead to liver Qi stagnation. Liver Qi stagnation will affect the circulation and balance of Qi and blood, leading to menstrual abnormalities. Liver Qi stagnation may also cause breast pain, dysmenorrhea and other symptoms.

Kidney deficiency: Kidney deficiency refers to deficiency of kidney qi or deficiency of kidney yin and yang. Kidney deficiency may lead to scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods, as well as symptoms such as sore waist and knees, dizziness and tinnitus.

Phlegm-dampness obstruction: Phlegm-dampness obstruction may be caused by improper diet, lack of exercise and other factors. Phlegm-dampness obstruction will affect the circulation and balance of Qi and blood, leading to abnormal menstruation. Phlegm-dampness obstruction may also cause symptoms such as obesity and increased leucorrhea.

Treatment

Diet adjustment: Traditional Chinese medicine believes that diet is an important source of Qi and blood production. Therefore, diet adjustment is very important for treating scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods. It is recommended that women eat more foods rich in nutrients such as protein, iron, and calcium, such as lean meat, eggs, beans, and fish. At the same time, avoid eating cold, spicy, and other irritating foods.

Chinese medicine treatment: Depending on the cause of the disease, Chinese medicine uses different Chinese medicines for treatment. For women with insufficient qi and blood, Chinese medicines that replenish qi and nourish blood, such as angelica and astragalus, can be used for treatment. For women with liver qi stagnation, Chinese medicines that soothe the liver and relieve depression, such as bupleurum and peony, can be used for treatment. For women with kidney deficiency, Chinese medicines that replenish the kidney and replenish qi, such as Rehmannia glutinosa and Chinese yam, can be used for treatment. For women with phlegm and dampness, Chinese medicines that resolve phlegm and dampness, such as dried tangerine peel and pinellia, can be used for treatment.

Acupuncture treatment: Acupuncture is an effective method for treating scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods. Acupuncture can achieve the purpose of treatment by stimulating specific acupuncture points to regulate the circulation and balance of Qi and blood. Acupuncture treatment needs to be carried out under the guidance of a professional physician.

Lifestyle adjustment: Maintaining a regular lifestyle is very important for treating scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods. It is recommended that women get enough sleep and avoid overwork and stress. At the same time, proper exercise can promote blood circulation and enhance the body's immunity.

Psychological adjustment: Psychological factors have an important impact on women's menstruation. Therefore, psychological adjustment is also one of the important means to treat scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods. It is recommended that women maintain a happy mood and avoid emotional fluctuations and excessive stress.

From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine, the reasons for women's scanty menstruation and short menstrual periods may be due to factors such as insufficient qi and blood, liver qi stagnation, kidney deficiency or phlegm and dampness. Therefore, the treatment method should focus on regulating the circulation and balance of qi and blood, and adopt methods such as diet conditioning, Chinese medicine treatment, acupuncture treatment and lifestyle adjustment. At the same time, psychological adjustment is also very important.

(Li Mingchao)