Secondary Infertility Due to Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS): A Case Report with Unani Therapeutic Approach
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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Secondary Infertility, Unani Medicine, Safoof Darchini, Majoon Dabeed-ul-Ward, Habbe HamalAbstract
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a common endocrine disorder and a major cause of secondary infertility in women of reproductive age. Unani medicine offers a holistic approach by addressing the imbalance in temperament (Mizāj) and humors (Akhlāṭ). A 30-year-old female with a history of secondary infertility for four years, following one full-term delivery and a molar pregnancy, presented with oligomenorrhea and ultrasound-confirmed polycystic ovaries. She was treated with Safoof Darchini 5 g twice daily and Majoon Dabeed-ul-Ward 10 g at bedtime for two months, followed by Habbe Hamal 1 tablet thrice daily from Day 1 to Day 10 of each menstrual cycle. Safoof Darchini included Darchini, Rewand Chini, Abhal, Mushkatramashee, and Asgandh. The patient conceived in the second treatment cycle without any allopathic intervention, and her menstrual regularity improved. This case demonstrates the potential of Unani treatment as a safe, non-hormonal alternative in managing PCOS-related infertility.
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