meta_analysis
    2022
    High Quality

    The Effectiveness of Herbal Medicines on Cyclic Mastalgia: A Systematic Review on Meta-analysis

    Mirzaee F, Fakari FR, Babakhanian M, Roozbeh N, Ghazanfarpour M

    Published in Revista Brasileira de Ginecologia e Obstetricia

    Methodology

    Meta-analysis of 20 studies of phytoestrogens and herbal medicines for cyclic mastalgia severity

    Key Findings

    Herbal medicines reduced mastalgia severity versus control (SMD -0.585, 95% CI -0.728 to -0.44)

    Conclusions

    Herbal medicines, particularly Vitex, modestly reduce cyclic breast pain

    Limitations

    Moderate heterogeneity and variable preparations across trials

    Supplements Studied

    Vitex-agnus-castus (SMD = - 0.642; 95%CI: - 0.84-- 0.44).

    Related Health Concerns

    Breast Tenderness

    Study Details

    Year:2022
    Quality Score:7/10

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