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Psychosocial Considerations and Quality of Life Issues in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
The Role of Alternative Medicine in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
There are no studies to prove the efficacy or safety of many alternative therapies for the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It is important to notify your health care provider if you are using any alternative therapies, no matter how insignificant or benign they may seem.
Some women find that certain natural products are beneficial to symptoms of PCOS while not causing irregular menstrual bleeding. These natural supplements have not undergone rigorous clinical trials for PCOS and are not approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) specifically for PCOS. Woman considering taking nutritional supplements should consult with their health care provider.
Research is ongoing to evaluate the role of the following nutritional supplements in women with PCOS:
- Dietary Fiber
- Flaxseed
- Fish oil
- D-chiro-inositol
- Chromium
- Stinging nettle (urtica dioica)
- Saw palmetto (serenoa repens)
- Chastetree berry (vitex agnus-castus)
