Why does menstruation come earlier after moxibustion?
Dec 27, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong
Introduction
In general, menstruation occurring earlier than usual after moxibustion may be due to accelerated uterine blood circulation, a detoxification response, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, endometrial polyps, or uterine fibroids. During moxibustion, it is important to control the duration and frequency to avoid excessive stimulation, ensuring the therapeutic effects while minimizing side effects. After moxibustion, keep the body warm and avoid getting chilled.
Generally, menstruation coming earlier after moxibustion may be caused by accelerated uterine blood circulation, detoxification reaction, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, endometrial polyps, uterine fibroids, etc. If discomfort occurs, timely medical consultation is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Accelerated Uterine Blood Circulation
Moxibustion has the effects of warming meridians to dispel cold and promoting blood circulation to remove blood stasis. By stimulating acupoints with heat and medicinal effects, it can accelerate uterine blood circulation, promote premature shedding of the endometrium, thereby causing earlier menstruation. During moxibustion, attention should be paid to controlling time and frequency to avoid excessive stimulation; after moxibustion, warmth should be maintained to avoid catching a chill.
2. Detoxification Reaction
After moxibustion, the stimulation promotes uterine contraction and blood circulation to unblock meridians, thus expelling accumulated blood from the uterus, leading to earlier menstruation, which is a normal detoxification reaction. No special treatment is required, but maintaining good lifestyle habits can help enhance the body's self-regulating ability.
3. Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding
Dysfunctional uterine bleeding is usually caused by endocrine dysfunction or ovarian dysfunction. This condition may lead to earlier menstruation, with menstrual flow possibly increasing or decreasing, and may be accompanied by irregular uterine bleeding, dysmenorrhea, and other symptoms. Treatment can be conducted under a doctor's advice using medications such as dydrogesterone tablets, progesterone capsules, and conjugated estrogens tablets.
4. Endometrial Polyps
Endometrial polyps may be caused by high estrogen levels, intrauterine procedures, intrauterine foreign bodies, miscarriage, etc. Endometrial polyps can lead to earlier menstruation, increased menstrual flow, and prolonged menstrual periods. They may also be accompanied by abdominal pain, abnormal vaginal discharge, etc. It is recommended to follow medical advice to use traditional Chinese medicine preparations such as Cinnamon Twig and Poria Capsules, Motherwort Granules, and Rhizoma Smilacis Glabrae Capsules for adjunctive treatment.
5. Uterine Fibroids
Uterine fibroids may develop from the proliferation of uterine smooth muscle tissue. Moxibustion may accelerate the growth rate of uterine fibroids, leading to earlier menstruation. Accompanying symptoms may include abdominal masses, frequent urination, etc. Under medical guidance, drugs such as mifepristone tablets, Cinnamon Twig and Poria Pills, and Gongliu Xiao Capsules can be used for adjunctive treatment. When necessary, surgical removal of uterine fibroids may be required under medical advice to improve symptoms.
During moxibustion, attention should be paid to controlling time and frequency to avoid excessive stimulation, ensuring the effectiveness of moxibustion while reducing side effects. After moxibustion, warmth should be maintained to avoid catching a chill; nutritionally balanced diet should be maintained, with increased intake of fresh vegetables and fruits, and reduced consumption of spicy and irritating foods.
