Herbal Medicine in Treating Gynaecological Conditions

Download or read book Herbal Medicine in Treating Gynaecological Conditions written by Hananja Brice-Ytsma and published by Aeon Books. This book was released on 2020-01-30 with total page 300 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For herbalists at all levels, this book presents recent insights into the hormonal basis of gynaecological problems in order to enable practitioners to devise effective treatment plans and explain them clearly to their patients. Female hormones are comprehensively explained - from the metabolism and role of oestrogen in health and disease to the role of progesterone and herbal influences on its production. General principles of herbal treatment are based on the interaction of the digestive, circulatory, endocrine, and nervous systems to support health and recovery from disease. These principles are applied to treatment and case management of gynaecological problems, with detailed examinations of PMS and menopause. Specific herbs used in gynaecological treatment are categorised by their constituents and actions.