When applied correctly, medicinal leeches release biologically active substances like hirudin and anti-inflammatory enzymes into the bloodstream, which can help reduce local swelling, relieve pelvic congestion, and improve microcirculation.

Leech therapy offers drug-free relief for pelvic pain in endometriosis.

Endometriosis is a debilitating condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other parts of the body, causing chronic inflammation, scarring, and sometimes fertility issues. There is no known cure, and conventional treatments — primarily hormone therapy and surgery — come […]