Postpartum Incontinence in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Understanding different postpartum incontinence patterns according to TCM theory
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Postpartum incontinence, a common yet often unspoken issue faced by many women after childbirth, involves the involuntary loss of bladder control. This condition can manifest as an inability to hold urine or unintentional leaking, especially during physical activities like coughing, sneezing, or laughing.
Also known as bladder control problems post-delivery or urinary incontinence after childbirth, this condition is a specific type of urinary incontinence. The changes and stresses on the body during pregnancy and childbirth, including weakened pelvic muscles and hormonal fluctuations, contribute to this condition.
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) interprets postpartum incontinence through the lens of energy imbalances and disharmony within the body. Unlike Western medicine, which often focuses on physical changes post-childbirth, TCM considers this condition a symptom of underlying imbalances in the body's Qi (vital energy) and the functional integrity of the Kidney and Bladder.
TCM stresses that restoring harmony and balance in the body's energy systems is crucial for treating postpartum incontinence, emphasizing a holistic approach to recovery.
Herbal Formulas for Postpartum Incontinence
Traditional Chinese Medicine formulas used to address postpartum incontinence