Advances in the Theory and Clinical Studies of Treating Emotion-Induced Menstrual Disorders Based on Zang-Fu Organ Theory

Abstract

Menstrual disorders, ranking first among gynecological diseases, are highly prevalent in clinical gynecology. Their onset is often triggered by factors such as pathogenic invasion, emotional distress, sexual overexertion and multiple childbirths, dietary irregularities, or congenital constitutional weakness. Due to women’s unique physiological and psychological characteristics, emotional fluctuations are more likely to cause dysfunction of the Zang-fu organs and imbalance of Qi and blood, subsequently affecting the Chong and Ren Meridians, ultimately leading to menstrual disorders. This demonstrates the significant role of emotional factors in the treatment of menstrual disorders. Clinical practice should emphasize emotional regulation, combined with pharmaceutical therapy, to achieve more satisfactory therapeutic outcomes.