Patient's question:
I have an itchy lower body, and my underwear is always yellow. What's going on? Can motherwort help with pain?Doctor's answer:
Dysmenorrhea refers to cramp-like lower abdominal pain occurring before, during, or after menstruation, accompanied by general discomfort, severely affecting daily life. It is classified into primary and secondary types. When a detailed gynecological clinical examination fails to reveal any significant abnormalities in pelvic organs, it is referred to as primary dysmenorrhea, also known as functional dysmenorrhea.Coix seed has the effects of diuretic and edema reduction, strengthening the spleen and eliminating dampness, soothing muscles and relieving arthralgia, and clearing heat and draining pus. After childbirth, consuming a bit of coix seed can help eliminate waste from the body, as well as reduce edema and aid in weight loss. However, do not consume too much at once, as coix seed is cooling in nature.