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Chamomile douching at home

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Last reviewed: 17.10.2021
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Washing the vagina with medical solutions can be carried out only in consultation with your doctor. The doctor makes recommendations regarding the duration of treatment, the number of procedures and techniques for their implementation.

  • At home, you can use an Esmarkh mug or a 500 ml syringe for douching.
  • A decoction / infusion of chamomile is prepared before each procedure.
  • Washing is convenient to do in the bathroom while lying down or squatting.
  • The pre-sterilized syringe tip is inserted into the vagina and the fluid is poured in with a soft touch.
  • It is very important to try to relax the muscles of the vagina as much as possible so as not to injure the mucous membrane.

Douching is a medical procedure, and therefore applies to it should be very carefully and carefully. You can not conduct treatment at its own discretion, because it is dangerous the development of serious complications for women's health.

How to brew chamomile for douching?

The effectiveness of chamomile douching depends on the correctness of the preparation of the therapeutic solution. For brewing use two tablespoons of dried flowers per liter of boiling water. The broth is better to cook in enamel or glassware. Plant material is poured with water and left to infuse or boil over low heat for 5-10 minutes. After cooling, the liquid is filtered through several layers of gauze. Before the procedure, the solution should be heated to body temperature.

To enhance the antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties of chamomile, it can be combined with calendula flowers. In this case, 2 tablespoons of herbs take 1 spoon of calendula and a liter of water. The liquid is brought to a boil over medium heat and insist to cool. After straining, the solution can be used for douching.

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Chamomile douching recipes, proportions

There are several methods for preparing a solution of chamomile for douching. Most often use two tablespoons of dry raw materials per liter of hot water.

  • To prepare the infusion, the grass is poured with boiling water and left to cool, then filtered.
  • For cooking broth, the liquid is boiled over low heat until boiling. Then it is removed from the heat, cooled at room temperature and filtered through several layers of gauze.
  • There is also a cold infusion of chamomile. To prepare it, 10 teaspoons of herbs pour 500 ml of cold oxen and insist 10-12 hours. Before the procedure, the liquid is filtered and heated.

To enhance the medicinal properties of Matricaria, it is supplemented with other plant components. These can be marigold flowers, oak bark, triple segmented string, sage. But before using such solutions should consult with your doctor.

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Chamomile decoction for douching

Chamomile has a unique chemical composition, which provides a wide range of its medicinal properties. The plant has anti-inflammatory and hemostatic effect, relieves puffiness, relieves pain.

Chamomile decoction is used for ingestion, external treatment of damaged tissue and douching. The mother grass has received special popularity in the treatment of gynecological diseases. It normalizes the menstrual cycle, suppresses inflammatory processes, reduces itching, irritation, pain, accelerates the regeneration of damaged tissues.

Broth for douching prepared according to this recipe:

  • Two tablespoons of flowers pour a liter of boiling water and put in a water bath for 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, close the lid and let it brew for 30-40 minutes.
  • To obtain a stronger broth, the grass is boiled in a water bath for half an hour.
  • As soon as the broth cools, it is filtered through several layers of gauze, heated to body temperature and doused.

Procedures carried out 1-2 times a day for 7-10 days. The pronounced therapeutic effect is noticeable after 3 douching.

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Chamomile extract in gynecology

Uterine grass has pronounced anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Because of this, it has been widely used in the treatment of gynecological diseases. The plant is used for ingestion, baths, enemas and douching. As a solution, decoctions and chamomile infusions are used.

While infusions are considered more effective, since the chemical composition of the plant is not destroyed in the boiling process, as in the preparation of decoction. The main indications for douching chamomile infusion are:

  • Inflammation of the vagina.
  • Cycle normalization
  • Inflammation of the bladder.
  • Thrush (candidiasis).
  • Cervical erosion.
  • Kolpit and more.

To prepare the infusion, take two tablespoons of dried flowers and cover with a liter of boiling water, tightly wrapping the container with the solution. The drug is infused for 2-6 hours, then filtered through several layers of gauze and douche.

Another type of infusion based on Matricaria is a cold infusion. 2 tablespoons of herbs is poured with a liter of cold water and insisted in a sealed container for 10-12 hours. After filtration, the liquid is warmed and applied. Washing should be carried out in consultation with your doctor. It should take into account the presence of contraindications for chamomile and douching procedures.

Douching with chamomile and calendula

Inflammation of the vagina is the main indication for douching with chamomile and calendula based solutions. Herbal ingredients effectively relieve local inflammation without causing dryness and irritation of the vagina. It gently cleanses, has an antibacterial effect and stimulates regenerative processes.

Calendula in its medicinal properties is not inferior to chamomile. The plant contains lycopene, carotenoid, flavochrome, as well as salicylic, pentadecyl, malic and ascorbic acid. The unique chemical composition allows the use of calendula as an anti-inflammatory, soothing, disinfecting and anti-erosive agent.

Doshing with chamomile and calendula is prescribed for colpitis, cervical erosion, thrush. To prepare the solution, take two tablespoons of chamomile and one part of calendula. Dry raw materials are poured with a liter of hot water and boiled in a water bath for 10-15 minutes. After cooling, the tool is filtered and used for procedures.

Douching with chamomile and sage

Sage is a plant with anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, hemostatic, disinfectant and antipyretic properties. Like chamomile, sage is used to treat problems of the female genital tract.

The interaction of plant components enhances the action of each. Based on this, douching with chamomile and sage is much more effective than procedures with each herb separately. The main indications for treatment with herbs are:

  • Thrush.
  • Cervical erosion.
  • Inflammatory processes.
  • Itching, burning and redness of the mucous membrane, external genital organs.

To prepare the solution, take two tablespoons of sage and uterine grass. Pour raw materials with a liter of boiling water and boil over low heat for 10-15 minutes. After cooling, filter and heat to a comfortable temperature. Vaginal washing is carried out twice a day for 10 days.

Before applying sage should consider its contraindications. The plant belongs to allergens, so before using it you need to conduct a skin test. Medical procedures are not carried out during pregnancy and lactation, as there is a risk of seizures and a decrease in milk production.

Suppositories with chamomile in gynecology

Today, the pharmaceutical market presents a variety of herbal preparations. These include suppositories with chamomile, used in the treatment of gynecological diseases.

Indications for use of fito-candles:

  • Vaginitis of various etiologies.
  • Candidiasis.
  • Colpitis (specific, non-specific, atrophic).
  • Endometritis and endometriosis.
  • Polycystic.
  • Cystic neoplasms.
  • Cervical erosion.

Suppositories are prescribed to speed up recovery after gynecological operations, as well as in the preoperative period. Suppositories restore the vaginal microflora, have anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, destroy pathogenic flora.

Chamomile suppositories can be used not only vaginally, but also rectally for the treatment of hemorrhoids. Herbal suppositories are non-toxic, do not have cumulative properties and do not have a local irritant effect. Use the drug should only be a medical appointment.

Sitting chamomile baths in gynecology

Chamomile is a unique and versatile plant. In gynecology, it can be used not only for douching, but also for lotions, compresses, and baths. Sessile baths are effective for inflammation of hemorrhoids, cystitis, thrush and other disorders.

To prepare the solution for the bath, take 2 tablespoons of uterine grass and pour 200 ml of boiling water. The tool is infused to cool completely, then filter it. Concentrated vegetable solution is poured into a basin of water and sit in it. In this case, the water should be comfortable for the body temperature.

Duration of treatment is 10-15 baths for 5 days. If during the procedure the solution has cooled, then it can be poured with hot water. To enhance the healing properties of chamomile and speed up the regenerative processes, the baths can be prepared with the addition of oak bark, sage, yarrow, calendula, and succession.

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How to make a bath with chamomile?

In addition to conventional baths, there are special medical baths. They are carried out in a shallow plastic container or a special basin, filling it with a therapeutic solution ¼ of its volume. Most often, the procedure is carried out with infusions and decoctions of chamomile. The plant has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect, relieves pain, itching, burning, redness and other unpleasant symptoms of gynecological diseases.

  • To prepare the bath you need to take 100 g of dried flowers of the mother grass and wrap in several layers of gauze. Chamomile is immersed in a container with hot water for 10-15 minutes to insist, and then carry out the procedure. The duration of the bath should not exceed 20 minutes. If the treatment is aimed at eliminating thrush, then the bath can be supplemented with syringing.
  • Another option for making chamomile baths is to prepare a concentrated vegetable solution. To do this, take 2 tablespoons of herbs and pour 200 ml of boiling water. Let it brew, strain. Ready infusion add to the bowl with water. The duration of the procedure is up to 15 minutes.

After the bath is not recommended to wash under running water or wipe the genitals dry. It is enough to blot them gently with a towel to remove excess moisture. Before treatment, you should ensure that there are no allergic reactions to Matricaria.

Chamomile trays for children in gynecology

Uterine grass is effective in treating both adults and children. Chamomile is used for bathing infants with the appearance of inflammatory reactions. Also, baths with a plant prescribed for gynecological diseases in girls.

If, against the background of medication, the child has thrush, then to relieve itching, burning and speed up recovery, procedures with chamomile solution will do. Take a grass filter bag 2–3 and lower it into the bath (water should be no more than 10 liters). After 10 minutes the bags can be pulled out. The child is thrown into the water and gently washed away.

Baths can be carried out with cystitis and irritation of the mucous. Herbal remedy reduces pain, disinfects, softens the skin and mucous membranes, suppresses inflammatory processes. Some pediatricians recommend making baths for the general improvement of the body in order to increase the local immunity of the child.

Chamomile for washing in gynecology

Another method of using chamomile in the treatment and prevention of gynecological problems is washing away. The effectiveness of the procedure is based on the therapeutic properties of uterine grass:

  • Anti-inflammatory.
  • Antispasmodic.
  • Antiseptic.
  • It creates an optimal pH balance in the intimate area.
  • Normalizes the vaginal microflora.
  • Activates local immunity.

Washing with chamomile quickly relieves itching, redness and burning in intimate places, which are one of the symptoms of candidiasis. Procedures normalize and restore the microflora, promote healing of the inflamed mucosa. The treatment can be carried out at home, and it is suitable for patients of all ages.

  • Unlike douching, washing with chamomile can be carried out during menstruation. The procedure has an antiseptic and wound-healing effect, suppresses inflammation.
  • Chamomile decoctions are allowed for pregnant women. Regular washing away maintains the vaginal microbiocenosis, preventing the multiplication of pathogens and strengthens the local immunity.
  • Undermining accelerates recovery from cystitis, colpitis, erosions and other gynecological diseases.

For the preparation of medicines can be used chamomile inflorescences pharmacy or vegetable raw materials in phytopackets. Two tablespoons (2 bags) of grass, pour 2 cups boiling water. The liquid should infuse in a sealed container for 20-30 minutes. Infusion is filtered through the gauze folded several times.

Washout performed in the morning after sleep and before night rest. Ready infusion can be slightly diluted with warm boiled water. After the procedure, you do not need to wash with running water. It is enough to gently blot the intimate area with a towel to remove residual liquid.

Despite all the benefits of chamomile, it should be used according to the appointment of a gynecologist after a thorough examination. This is due to the fact that the plant has a number of contraindications. If the herb is used for prophylactic purposes, the procedures are carried out in courses of 1 month 2-3 times a year.

Chamomile tampons in gynecology

With many gynecological diseases used medical tampons. Their advantage is that they directly affect the lesion and inflammation. Tampons make their own or buy ready-made. The basis of tamponing is medication, infusions / decoctions of medicinal herbs, vegetable oils.

The main indications for the use of medical tampons with chamomile:

  • Inflammation of the uterus and appendages.
  • Thrush.
  • Erosion.
  • Infertility.
  • Inflammatory processes.
  • Violation of the menstrual cycle.
  • Endometriosis.

To prepare the solution, take 20 g of dry chamomile inflorescences and one liter of boiling water. Fill the stock with water and let it brew for 24 hours. Strain and soak the swab in the liquid. In this case, the usual hygienic tampons can not be used, as they are designed to absorb liquid. If you soak them with chamomile extract, it will lead to complete absorption of the liquid, and not its recoil.

To make a tampon yourself, take a sterile medical bandage and a small piece of cotton wool. Roll the cotton wool into a ball and place on the gauze folded several times. Wrap the cotton wool and tie a string or piece of bandage. The shape of the finished tampon should be similar to a comet, that is, in the middle of a wad, and a bandage on top.

The tampon is soaked in the medicinal fluid and gently inserted into the vagina, so that the ends of the bandage remain outside for easy removal. Tampons disinfect the vagina, relieve swelling from the mucous membranes, eliminate itching and burning, help restore the microflora. The duration of plugging is determined by the attending physician, individually for each patient. Before starting treatment, you should ensure that there are no allergic reactions and other contraindications for herbal remedies, and procedures.

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Lotions with chamomile in gynecology

Chamomile has a wide range of medicinal properties. In gynecology, it is used not only for douching, but also for medical lotions. Pronounced antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and sedative properties of the plant are effective for candidiasis, hemorrhoids and other diseases.

Medical recipes:

  • A tablespoon of dried flowers of Matricaria pour a glass of boiling water. Boil over low heat for 10-20 minutes and let it brew until it cools, strain. In the solution moisten a piece of gauze and process the affected tissue. Infusion can be used for leaching.
  • Take ½ tablespoon of dried chamomile flowers and calendula. Fill the grass with a liter of boiling water. Means insist 10-12 hours, and then carefully filtered. If necessary, the solution is heated to a comfortable temperature and treated.

Lotions remove redness and itching in the genital area, disinfect. Minimize pain and accelerate the healing of damaged tissues and mucous membranes.

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