A Study on Understanding and Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescent Girls Aged 17-21 with Homeopathic Remedies

    January 2023 in “ International journal of homoeopathic sciences ”
    Nadia Khan, Fatimunnisa, Rodrigo Antonio Ledezma Roja, Richa Gautami
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    TLDR Homeopathic remedies can help manage PCOS symptoms in girls aged 17-21.
    The study focuses on understanding and managing polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) in adolescent girls aged 17-21 using homeopathic remedies. It aims to collect and interpret data on the prevalence of PCOS symptoms, including menstrual irregularities, obesity, hirsutism, alopecia, and severe acne, among female students. The research highlights the increasing global prevalence of PCOS and its associated reproductive and endocrine challenges, such as infertility and elevated androgen levels.
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