What is "Cold Uterus"?

In traditional medicine, the concept of "cold uterus" is not a professional term but rather a colloquial expression. "Uterus" refers to the "womb," known as the uterus in modern medicine. "Cold uterus" means the uterus is relatively cold. Here, "cold" does not simply refer to low temperature but rather indicates a functional deficiency.

What Causes "Cold Uterus"?

In traditional medical theory, the sources of "cold" are divided into "external cold" and "internal cold"^[1]. External cold refers to exposure to external coldness. The female uterus connects to the outside through the vagina, and during menstruation or postpartum, the body is relatively weak, making it particularly susceptible to external cold. For example, exposure to cold wind or rain can lead to cold pathogens invading the uterus. Internal cold, as the name suggests, originates from within the body. It often manifests as feeling colder than others in the same environment, experiencing coldness in the lower abdomen or hands and feet, and is often associated with habits like frequently consuming cold drinks, excessive sexual activity, or poor physical constitution.

What Symptoms May Be Related to "Cold Uterus"?

Common symptoms of "cold uterus" include sensitivity to cold, needing to wear more clothes than others, cold hands and feet, a cold lower abdomen, preferring warm drinks, diarrhea after consuming cold foods, dysmenorrhea, or prolonged infertility. However, these symptoms do not necessarily indicate "cold uterus" and require diagnosis by a professional doctor. Some symptoms may not require treatment if they do not affect daily life and are not linked to specific diseases.

What Gynecological Conditions Are Associated with "Cold Uterus"?

Traditional medicine believes that cold can impair blood circulation, leading to conditions such as dysmenorrhea, delayed menstruation, infertility, uterine fibroids, and ovarian cysts^[2-3].

Does Infertility or Dysmenorrhea Always Mean "Cold Uterus"?

In traditional medical theory, while "cold uterus" can cause various gynecological conditions like dysmenorrhea and infertility, these conditions do not necessarily indicate "cold uterus." There may be other underlying causes, so a professional diagnosis is recommended.