Endometriosis is a painful condition in which the endometrial tissue that is present inside the uterus starts growing outside it. Endometrial tissue is the lining of tissue within the uterus and it is broken down every month during menstruation. Endometriosis can happen in ovaries, fallopian tubes and outside the uterus. It is not cancerous, but it affects the hormonal changes and regular menstrual cycle. It causes irritation and pain. It might lead to some other problems like thickening of these tissues that grow outside as they cannot be broken down.
This might lead to scar tissue and cyst in reproductive organs resulting in infertility problems. The exact cause for endometriosis is unknown. The symptoms may include pain in the pelvis, vagina and lower back, pain during menstrual cycle, discomfort between ovulation and menstruation period, bloating, abnormal bleeding, and blood in stool or urine. Endometriosis is diagnosed by physical examination of the pelvis. You can use a few home remedies to treat the symptoms associated with this condition.
Home Remedies For Endometriosis
Flax Seeds
Take four teaspoons of flax seeds and soak them in a cup of water all night. Strain the mixture and drink the water the next day morning. This helps in treating endometriosis. Flax seeds contain lignans and fiber in large amounts that are beneficial for problems related to estrogen. It helps in fast healing of endometriosis and gives relief from pain.
Special Concoction
Take 1 carrot, half cup of wheatgrass (if available), one small sliced ginger, half cup fresh coriander leaves, quarter pineapple (medium sized), one orange (peeled), some spinach leaves and quarter cup of parsley; then grind them together adding required quantity of water. Carrot is good for uterus and reduces inflammation in uterus and intestine.
Wheatgrass improves the immune system and detoxifies the body. Pineapple has anti-inflammatory properties. Orange is rich in vitamin C. Â Spinach and parsley contain flavones. This potion helps the estrogen metabolism and reduces fatigue. It speeds up the healing process. This helps to build up the body fluids to prevent retrograde menstruation, which is considered as the prime cause of endometriosis.
Cold And Hot Compress
Ice cubes can be applied on the pelvic region for 15 minutes. This can be repeated many times in a day to get relief from pain. Ice has the capacity to reduce pain. Cold compression on the abdominal area is very effective and the simplest remedy. Hot pads can also be used to get instant relief from pain.
Ginger
Take a piece of ginger and wash it completely. Cut it into small bits and boil it with a cup of water. Strain the decoction and mix it with a tablespoon of honey and drink it regularly. This will help in treating the problems of reproductive system.
Ginger has inflammatory, antibiotic and antiseptic properties. It is the best remedy to treat nausea associated with endometriosis. When you are in intense pain, drinking this decoction can give immediate relief. Ginger can decrease the hormones that are responsible for pain and cramps thus aiding in treating menstrual pain and cramps.
Cabbage
 Take some cabbage leaves and wash them. Boil them in water for 30 minutes and crush the boiled leaves to make a paste. Add this paste to drinking water and drink it regularly. You can also mix cabbage juice with carrot juice and consume on a regular basis. Cabbage is beneficial for endometriosis as it has the compounds that can treat this condition.
