Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Its Management in Unani System of Medicine – A Comprehensive Review

Year : 2025 | Volume : 12 | Issue : 02 | Page : 13 24
    By

    Deeba Anwar Khan,

  • Azhar Jabeen,

  • Shazia Jilani,

  • Roohi Azam,

  1. MD Scholar, Department of Moalajat, School of Unani Medical Education and Research (SUMER), Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, India
  2. Associate Professor, Department of Moalajat, School of Unani Medical Education and Research (SUMER), Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, India
  3. Associate Professor, Department of Moalajat, School of Unani Medical Education and Research (SUMER), Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, India
  4. Assistant Professor, Department of Moalajat, School of Unani Medical Education and Research (SUMER), Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi, India

Abstract

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a prevalent endocrine disorder that significantly impacts women’s reproductive and metabolic health. It often leads to anovulation and infertility, creating distress for those affected. Additionally, PCOS increases the risk of developing diabetes and other long-term health complications. Recognizing and addressing PCOS is crucial, as early intervention can improve quality of life and prevent serious health issues. Common symptoms are polymenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, amenorrhea, hirsutism, acne, weight gain, and infertility. Its diagnosis is based on the presence of two of the following three criteria: oligomenorrhea and or anovulation, hyperandrogenism (clinical or biochemical), and polycystic ovaries on ultrasound. According to the World Health Organization, PCOS affects 8–13% of women of reproductive age globally, with an estimated 70% remaining undiagnosed. In India, prevalence rates range from 5.8% to 10%, with some regions, such as Maharashtra, reporting rates as high as 22.5%. In Unani medicine, PCOS is viewed as a phlegmatic condition, with treatment focusing on detoxifying the body and balancing humors is addressed holistically. Unani therapies aim to strengthen the female reproductive system, regularise menstrual cycles, and correct hormonal imbalances. The Unani system of medicine has a detailed description of several effective and safe drugs that can be used successfully to address PCOS. The treatment has been recommended holistically, and the drugs that have been mentioned usually are emmenagogue, aphrodisiac, uterine tonic, and general tonic in action, and possess concoctive and phlegm-expulsive properties. An extensive search was carried out using Unani classical texts and literature available in the Jamia Hamdard.

Keywords: Polycystic ovarian syndrome, PCOS, Unani, Marz-e-Akyas Khusyat-ur-Rehm, hyperandrogenism

[This article belongs to Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy ]

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Deeba Anwar Khan, Azhar Jabeen, Shazia Jilani, Roohi Azam. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and Its Management in Unani System of Medicine – A Comprehensive Review. Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. 2025; 12(02):13-24.
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Volume 12
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Received 10/01/2025
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