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1 On line course provided by Taught by Clara Cohen

2 INTRODUCTION CAUSES SYMPTOMS TCM PATTERNS TREATMENTS NUTRITION TX OPTIONS

3 The endometrial cells lining the uterus migrate to other parts of the body, such as on the ovaries, fallopian tubes or even the abdominal cavity. Each month these cells react in the same way to those in the uterus, building up and then breaking down and bleeding. Unlike the cells in the uterus that bleed as a period, this blood has no way to escape. It s trapped causing pain, inflammation and scar tissue. Endometriosis a chronic condition that causes painful and/or heavy periods. It may also lead to infertility, fatigue and bowel and bladder problems.

4 TCM Cause Western Cause Weak KD Essence UNKNOWN Lymphatic dysfunction Immune system issue Environmental causes Metaplasia Genetic predisposition

5 Treatment options Western Point of view Surgery to remove scar tissue Hormones replacement therapy Pain medications

6 Common Symptoms Painful periods Pain with intercourse Pain with bowel movements or urination Constipation, diarrhea, bloating Excessive bleeding Infertility Fatigue Nausea

7 Possible TCM patterns TCM patterns Symptoms Tx Principles Herbal Fx Acupuncture Points Sp Qi def. & Blood stasis Chronic dysmenorrhea, dislike abd touch, red blood w/dark clots, irregular period, intercourse pain, fatigue, bloated, heavy rectum area, T: pale w/ purple spots, P: thin-weak Regulate Ren tonify Sp & move blood Ba Zhen Tang & Shen Hua Tang Rn 6, Rn 1,Du 1, Bl 20, St 36, Sp 6, Bl 32, Sp 8 Zi Gong Blood stasis & Heat Dysmenorrhea, dislike abd touch, dark blood w/clots, feels hot during period, irregular period, foul vaginal discharge, intercourse pain, thirst, T: red w/ yellow coat, P: wiry-rapid Clear heat, move blood Tao He Chen Qi Tang (strong Fx) Bl 17, Sp 10, Bl 32 Li 11, Lv 3, Rn 1, Sp 8 Zi Gong 7

8 TCM Treatment Option Gentle Seven Star manipulation 3 times/week for 5 to 10 min on the sacrum. UB 31 to 34 area. 8

9 Natural Treatment Options Castor oil packs stimulate the lymphatic and circulatory system, and clears the body of excess tissues and toxins. 9

10 Considerations Evening Primerose Oil Fish Oil Supplement Reducing intake of these chemicals: Dioxin and PCBs Reducing Stress

11 Nutrition for painful menses

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