Endometrial Polyps

Endometrial polyps feel like soft overgrowths disturbing the womb’s inner garden. Ayurveda relates them to garbhashaya granthi, small kapha-dominant masses formed when vāta carries aggravated kapha to the uterine lining. Suśruta Saṃhitā (Sūtrasthāna 24.7) describes such abnormal tissue growths from doṣa imbalance, needing purification, kapha reduction, and reproductive balance.

Common Causes of Endometrial Polyps

Kapha aggravation from heavy, oily, or sweet foods
Hormonal imbalance influencing uterine lining growth
Chronic inflammation in reproductive tissues
Suppressed natural urges disturbing vāta flow
Genetic or familial predisposition to polyps

Symptoms of Endometrial Polyps

Irregular menstrual cycles or spotting between periods
Heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding
Pelvic pain or fullness in the lower abdomen
Pain during intercourse in some cases
Difficulty conceiving or recurrent pregnancy loss

Ayurveda’s Approach to Healing Endometrial Polyps

Śodhana therapies like virecana (purgation) to clear doṣas
Kapha-pacifying diet with light, bitter, and astringent foods
Classical formulations like kañchanāra guggulu supporting resolution
Balancing vāta through abhyanga (oil massage) and yoga
Stress management, routine, and mindful lifestyle for hormonal harmony