Douche for Painful Uterine Ulcers

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Culpeper’s Directory for Midwives, 1662

Herb Name	Latin	Amount
Marshmallow root	Althea officinalis
Fenugreek	Trigonella foenum-graecum
Linseed	Linium usitatissimum	1 oz. ea.
Fleabane seed	Conyza spp
Poppy seed	Papaver somniferum	1⁄2 oz. ea.
Dill seed	Anethum graveolens	2 drams
Barley	Hordeum vulgare	1 pugil

Preparation:

Decoct (traditionally in milk), but water may be used

Function:

Clears Heat, clears Foulness, eases Pain

Use:

1. Uterine Ulcers with Pain
2. May be used for Uterine or Cervical Tumors with Pain

Dose:

the above may be used for 2 doses

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

1. Comfrey would be a good addition.
2. Uterine or Cervical Tumors, add Black Nightshade

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