Healthway Integrative Medicine

banner img

Women's Health

Common Symptoms

Women may experience irregular or painful periods, heavy or scanty flow (hypomenorrhea), PMS symptoms (bloating, breast tenderness, mood swings), fatigue, poor sleep, or headaches. Some may also have difficulty conceiving, low libido, or emotional fluctuations. During menopause, symptoms can include hot flashes, night sweats, irritability, vaginal dryness, and reduced energy levels.

Possible Causes

TCM View

In TCM, women’s health is closely linked to the balance of Qi, blood, and the organ systems — particularly the Liver, Spleen, and Kidney, which regulate menstruation, hormones, and reproductive function.
Common patterns include:

  • Liver Qi stagnation (肝气郁结) – 
Often related to stress and emotional factors. Can lead to irregular (Menstrual) cycles, PMS, breast tenderness, and mood swings
  • Blood deficiency (血虚) – 
Insufficient nourishment affecting menstruation and overall vitality. May present as scanty periods, dizziness, fatigue, and dry skin
  • Spleen deficiency (脾虚) – Weak digestion and poor transformation of nutrients, contributing to fatigue, bloating, and sometimes heavy or prolonged menstruation
  • Kidney deficiency (肾虚) – 
A key factor in fertility and aging. Associated with delayed cycles, infertility, low libido, or menopausal symptoms
  • Blood stasis (血瘀) – Obstruction in circulation leading to painful periods, clots, or chronic pelvic discomfort
  • Dampness or damp-heat (湿 / 湿热) – 
May result in abnormal discharge, a feeling of heaviness, or infections
Modern View

From a Western medical perspective, women’s health concerns are typically understood as the result of one or more underlying factors:

  • Hormonal imbalances – Affecting menstrual regularity, energy levels and mood.
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
  • Uterine conditions – Issues such as fibroids or endometriosis, affecting fertility
  • Perimenopause and menopause-related changes – Hot flushes, mood changes, and sleep disturbances.

How we treat

We use a combination of TCM and modern medical care to address both symptoms and root causes:

TCM

Regulating cycles & relieving symptoms


Acupuncture and herbal therapy to harmonise Qi and blood, ease pain, and stabilise menstrual patterns

Hormonal and reproductive support


Personalised treatment plans to improve ovulation, support fertility, and ease menopausal transitions

Western medicine

Hormonal evaluation

Blood tests to assess hormone levels

Medication and hormonal therapy

Birth control or hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Ultrasound and imaging

Used to monitor conditions such as fibroids, cysts, or endometriosis

Fertlity support

Specialized treatment to assist ovulatory and fertility issues

Surgical intervention

For significant fibroids or advanced endometriosis

Wellness

Strengthening overall health


Focus on digestion, energy levels, and emotional balance through diet, herbs, and lifestyle adjustments