In the process of female physiological development, menopause is an inevitable physiological phenomenon. Menopause refers to the gradual decline of women’s ovarian function, the gradual irregularity of menstrual cycle and the final cessation of menstruation. This is a natural change, usually between the ages of 40 and 55. However, for many women, menopause is not only a matter of age, but also a series of physical and psychological changes.
According to the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, female menopause is related to yin-yang imbalance. Yin and Yang are important concepts in TCM theory, and they represent two relative and interdependent forces. Yin represents the cold, wet, static and soft nature of the body, while Yang represents the hot, dry, dynamic and rigid nature of the body. In the female body, the ovary is yin, menstruation is one of the characteristics of yin, and the uterus is yang, representing fertility and the continuation of life. When women go through menopause, the ovarian function gradually declines, and the imbalance between Yin and Yang leads to a series of changes in the body.
During menopause, women often encounter some physical discomfort. One of the most common symptoms is hectic fever and hyperhidrosis, which is because the imbalance of yin and yang leads to the excess of yin deficiency and heat in the body. Other common symptoms include insomnia, palpitation, mood swings, headache and loss of libido. These symptoms have brought troubles to women’s life and work.
There are many ancient and modern famous prescriptions in traditional Chinese medicine that can help relieve women’s discomfort during menopause. For example, the use of traditional Chinese medicines such as Radix Astragali, Fructus Ligustri Lucidi, and Radix Angelicae Sinensis can supplement the qi and blood in women and relieve deficiency. At the same time, a proper amount of massage at Zusanli point can also have the effects of soothing the liver and regulating qi, calming the nerves and calming the heart. In addition, Chinese medicine also advocates the concept of health care. During menopause, women should pay attention to diet conditioning, avoid spicy food, eat more foods rich in vitamins and minerals, and maintain good living habits.
In addition, psychological adjustment is also very important during female menopause. Menopause is often accompanied by mood swings, so women need to learn to relax themselves, keep a positive attitude and avoid excessive tension and anxiety. Proper exercise, participation in social activities and good rest are all effective means to help women adjust their emotions.
In a word, female menopause is a natural process of physiological development, but it does not mean that women should endure the discomfort associated with it. Traditional Chinese medicine provides many methods and prescriptions to relieve the symptoms during menopause. The key point is that women should actively face menopause, maintain good living habits and mentality, and seek the help of Chinese medicine to achieve the goal of physical and mental health.
References:
1. Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine. (2017). Questions on Chinese Medicine Culture. China Traditional Chinese Medicine Publishing House.