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Women's Health / Infertility

Information and FAQs on Korean medicine treatment for menstrual pain, menopause, infertility, and postpartum care.

Hyo-seop Kim
Medical ReviewHyo-seop KimChief Director

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Acupuncture & Pharmacopuncture

Acupuncture

Yes. Acupuncture improves pelvic circulation and helps regulate hormonal balance, making it effective for menstrual pain, irregular periods and menopausal symptoms.

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Cupping & Physical Therapy

Cupping Therapy

Yes. Cupping on the lower abdomen and lumbar area improves pelvic circulation and eases spasm of the uterine muscle, which is effective in reducing menstrual pain.

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Herbal Medicine

Herbal Medicine

We recommend 2 to 3 months for menstrual pain and irregular periods, 3 to 6 months for menopause, and 3 to 6 months or more for fertility care. The prescription is adjusted to constitution and symptoms, and we advise on treatment length as we follow the response.

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Chuna Therapy

Chuna Therapy

When the pelvis and lumbar spine fall out of alignment, blood flow and nerve signalling to the uterus and ovaries are impeded. Correcting the pelvis with Chuna therapy helps with menstrual pain, fertility and postpartum pain.

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Cost & Insurance

Cost & Insurance

Korean medicine procedures such as acupuncture, cupping and Chuna are covered by health insurance. For menstrual pain, herbal prescriptions can also be covered, which lowers the cost. Other herbal formulas are not covered, but private indemnity insurance may reimburse them in some cases.

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Other Treatments

General

We recommend 2 to 3 months of treatment for menstrual pain and irregular periods, 3 to 6 months for menopause, and 3 to 6 months or more for fertility care. The prescription is adjusted as the condition progresses.

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Dysmenorrhea & Irregular Periods

Dysmenorrhea

We have compiled 7 questions about menstrual pain and irregular periods — Does Korean medicine help when menstrual pain is severe · Can I stop painkillers if I take herbal medicine · What causes irregular periods

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Menopause

Menopause

We have compiled 7 questions about menopause — Can I take herbal medicine together with hormone therapy · Does herbal medicine help menopausal symptoms · How long does treatment take

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Fertility & Pregnancy Prep

Fertility

We have compiled 7 questions about fertility and pregnancy preparation — Which causes of infertility does Korean medicine address · Is Korean medicine treatment effective for infertility · How long does treatment take

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Postpartum Care

Postpartum Care

We have compiled 7 questions about postpartum care — When should postpartum tonics be started · Is herbal medicine necessary for postpartum recovery · From when can postpartum herbal medicine be taken

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Cystitis & Vaginitis

Cystitis & Vaginitis

We have compiled 7 questions about cystitis and vaginitis — Does Korean medicine help when cystitis keeps recurring · Can vaginitis be treated with Korean medicine · Can herbal medicine for cystitis be taken with antibiotics

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Post-Miscarriage Care

Post-Miscarriage Care

Recovery care after a spontaneous, missed or induced abortion. For those planning another pregnancy, we look at uterine recovery and the return of the menstrual cycle together.

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PMS & Ovulation Pain

PMS & Ovulation Pain

Physical and emotional changes that appear one to two weeks before menstruation. Ovulation pain is viewed along the same axis.

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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Bleeding outside of menstruation. The range of possible causes is wide, so ruling them out comes first.

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Uterine Myoma

Uterine Myoma

A benign tumour in the muscular layer of the uterus. We first determine whether surgery is indicated, based on size, location and symptoms.

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Ovarian Cyst

Ovarian Cyst

A fluid-filled sac on the ovary. Functional cysts often resolve on their own, so we observe the course first.

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Endometriosis & Adenomyosis

Endometriosis & Adenomyosis

A condition where endometrial tissue grows outside its normal location. It is suspected when menstrual pain worsens year by year.

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PCOS

PCOS

Irregular menstruation caused by impaired ovulation. Body weight and insulin resistance are often intertwined.

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Premature Ovarian Insufficiency

Premature Ovarian Insufficiency

Declining ovarian function around the age of forty. We do not judge by hormone levels alone but assess them together with symptoms.

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