Menstrual irregularities comprise various symptoms: oThere is too much pain during the menstrual cycle.
oThe cycle used to arrive too early or too late.
oThe cycle lasts for too long or too short each time.
oThe amount of blood flow is too much or too little.
oMenstrual irregularities can be artificially induced by using birth-control pills.
Menstrual irregularities can result in the following conditions: oIf irregularities persist for a long time, it may result in reduced fertility.
oEmotional ups and downs usually accompany irregular menstrual cycles.
oIf the cycle is too late or too short, irritability or pimple eruption are the usual symptoms.
oIf the cycle comes too early or lasts too long, it will cause blood loss and tiredness.
A menstrual prescription should address four things: regulate the cycle, nourish the blood, strengthen the kidneys/sex organs, and reduce pain.
The herbs commonly used for menstrual regulation are the Four Treasures consisting of four versatile herbs.
They work both ways whether the cycle comes early or late, too long or too short, and regardless of the quantity of blood flow.
The Four Treasures are best employed as a platform where other herbs can be added depending on the patient's condition.
The following herbs are recommended as a combination: 1) Regulate cycle Sheng Di Huang Chi Shao Dang Gui Chuan Xiong 2) Nourish blood Xiang Fu Dan Shen E Jiao 3) Strengthen kidneys/sex organs Rou Cong Rong Fu Pen Zi Nu Zhen Zi 4) Reduce pain Chuan Lian Zi Niu Xi Ru Xiang A total of 13 herbs are used.