The Effect of Medicinal Plants on The Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

backgournd: PCOS is one of the most common endocrine disorders in women of reproductive age and its prevalence in the world is 5-10%. PCOS is the most common cause of hyperandrogenism, hirsutism and infertility. Chronic lack of ovulation, polycystic ovaries, insulin resistance, obesity and systemic inflammation are its characteristics. PCOS also increases oxidative stress in patients. This condition has led to antioxidant treatments in these patients and it is said that some medicinal plants contain high levels of antioxidants and their use in improving and treating the symptoms of the syndrome is effective. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the effect of medicinal plants on polycystic ovary syndrome. Methods: This study is a review study. Results: The findings showed that use of vitex agnuscastus for 3 to 4 months improves the symptoms of PCOS. Saw palmetto extract is rich in fatty acids and phytosterols and has anti-androgenic activity and can be effective in the treatment of PCOS. Paeonia wittmanniana has strong antioxidant properties and increases the ability of the body to free radicals, and when used with licorice, it can eliminate the symptoms of PCOSand help fertility. Glycyrrhiza glabra contains special compounds that can dramatically decrease testosterone levels in the bloodstream and thus reduce the symptoms of PCOS such as acne and hair growth. Conclusion: Regarding the effect of each herb medicine on reducing the symptoms of PCOS, it is advisable to use appropriate herbal medicineaccording to their predominant clinical sign.  

کلیدواژه ها:

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ، Medicinal Plants ، PCO