Abstract

Dr. Ishwari Patil*, Dr. ARV Murty, Dr. Asharani and Dr. Yogeshwari

ABSTRACT

Amenorrhoea of 12 months from the occurrence of last menstrual period defines menopause. Menopausal syndrome is characterized by physical, psychological, neurological and uro-genital symptoms. The figure of women close to menopause or having menopause is increasing nowadays and a majority of the women are living with larger part of their life in postmenopausal phase.The major health concerns after menopause are urogenital atrophic changes, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disorders, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Treatment includes Hormone Replacement Therapy which has complications like breast malignancy, endometrial malignancy, abnormal genital bleeding, active thromboembolic disease and active liver or gallbladder disease. Hence there is a necessity for ultimate and better management during the menopausal phase to improve the life superiority of individuals. Ayurveda the science of life advocates a holistic treatment of Menopausal syndrome by modification of diet & life style, utilizing various herbs and minerals and offers a reliable option to the convention treatment. Ayurvedahas excellent solution for a safe & happy transition into menopause. Ayurveda, the science of life, advocates a holistic treatment of Menopausal syndrome by modification of diet & life style, utilizing various herbs and minerals and offers a reliable option to the convention treatment. Ayurvedictreatment for menopause involves correcting hormonal imbalance with appropriate diet, Samshamanatherapy, internal detoxification (Panchakarmatherapy), Rasayan therapy and Yoga therapy.