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View article: Key and evolving needs of service providers in women’s harm reduction centers during the COVID-19 pandemic
Key and evolving needs of service providers in women’s harm reduction centers during the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Background Service providers at women’s harm reduction centers maintained direct contact with their clients throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, providing valuable insights into their evolving needs. This study aimed to explore these emerging…
View article: Correction: The managers’ perspectives on service providing in women’s harm reduction centers during the COVID-19 pandemic: mixed method study
Correction: The managers’ perspectives on service providing in women’s harm reduction centers during the COVID-19 pandemic: mixed method study Open
View article: Bitter Taste in the Treatment of Heart Diseases from Avicenna’s Point of View
Bitter Taste in the Treatment of Heart Diseases from Avicenna’s Point of View Open
The function of bitter taste due to the existence of too much of its receptor on many extra-oral tissues is not only related to the oral cavity, but is effective in many physiological functions. More than ten centuries ago, Avicenna (980–1…
View article: Knowledge, attitude, and practice of Iranian adults toward Persian Medicine: a national survey
Knowledge, attitude, and practice of Iranian adults toward Persian Medicine: a national survey Open
Background Previous researches conducted in both developed and developing countries have demonstrated a rising trend in the utilization of complementary and alternative medicine. The World Health Organization has underscored the importance…
View article: Urtica pilulifera L. seed extract promotes folliculogenesis and alleviates the diminished ovarian reserve in the Balb/c mice model: An experimental study
Urtica pilulifera L. seed extract promotes folliculogenesis and alleviates the diminished ovarian reserve in the Balb/c mice model: An experimental study Open
Background: Urtica pilulifera L. seed (UPS) is a Persian traditional medicine prescription that positively affects female infertility. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the beneficial effects of UPS on a diminished ovarian reserve (D…
View article: Efficacy of a Polyherbal Syrup Containing Lemon Balm, Damask Rose, and Fennel to Treat Melasma: A Randomized, Triple - Blind, Controlled Clinical Trial
Efficacy of a Polyherbal Syrup Containing Lemon Balm, Damask Rose, and Fennel to Treat Melasma: A Randomized, Triple - Blind, Controlled Clinical Trial Open
Background: Melasma is an acquired pigmentary disorder that typically affects sun - exposed areas of the skin. Due to the challenges of conventional medicines, many dermatologic patients skew toward complementary and alternative medicine (…
View article: Effectiveness of Persian Golnar on Excessive Menstrual Bleeding in Women with Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Compared to Tranexamic Acid: A Triple‐Blind, Randomized Equivalence Trial
Effectiveness of Persian Golnar on Excessive Menstrual Bleeding in Women with Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Compared to Tranexamic Acid: A Triple‐Blind, Randomized Equivalence Trial Open
Introduction . Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is a major healthcare problem in females of reproductive age and impacts women’s health and quality of life (QoL). This study aimed to test the equivalence of Persian Golnar (PG) and tranexami…
View article: Effects of oral Shilajit tablets on sexual function and sexual quality of life among reproductive-aged women: a triple-blind randomized clinical trial
Effects of oral Shilajit tablets on sexual function and sexual quality of life among reproductive-aged women: a triple-blind randomized clinical trial Open
Background: Shilajit is mentioned in the “Kama Sutra” as a potent enhancer of sexual desire. This study aimed to investigate the effects of oral Shilajit tablets on sexual function and sexual quality of life among women of reproductive age…
View article: Avicenna’s Points in Improving Female Urinary Incontinence with Lifestyle Options
Avicenna’s Points in Improving Female Urinary Incontinence with Lifestyle Options Open
Urinary Incontinence (UI) is a significant reason for the decline in women's quality of life. The unexpected occurrence of UI and its high costs around the world are evident. Numerous methods are used for the management of UI; however, the…
View article: Evaluating the Indices of Diagnosing Uterine Temperament in Persian Medicine: A Review Study
Evaluating the Indices of Diagnosing Uterine Temperament in Persian Medicine: A Review Study Open
Objectives: According to Persian medicine (PM), the uterus is an important organ in women, responsible for purifying the blood and nourishing the fetus. Each organ has a specific temperament distinct from the whole-body temperament based o…
View article: Comparison between the Efficacy of Nigella sativa-Honey and Clotrimazole on Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Comparison between the Efficacy of Nigella sativa-Honey and Clotrimazole on Vulvovaginal Candidiasis: A Randomized Clinical Trial Open
Background and Objective. Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is one of the most troublesome opportunistic infections in women. In recent years, its prevalence has increased significantly because different types of Candida yeast are resistant t…
View article: Novel Preventive and Therapeutic Strategies for Ephelides (Freckles) from a Persian Medicine Perspective: A Narrative Review
Novel Preventive and Therapeutic Strategies for Ephelides (Freckles) from a Persian Medicine Perspective: A Narrative Review Open
: Freckles are common pigmented lesions frequently observed on the face and other sun-exposed areas of the skin. Ephelides have an autosomal dominant inheritance, indicating that melanocyte activity and sun exposure are significant risk fa…
View article: The Effects of a Special Food (Fried Eggs With Grape Molasses) on Threatened Miscarriage in Combination With Conventional Therapies: A Randomized Clinical Trial
The Effects of a Special Food (Fried Eggs With Grape Molasses) on Threatened Miscarriage in Combination With Conventional Therapies: A Randomized Clinical Trial Open
Objectives: Threatened miscarriage is a common disorder in early pregnancy and is seen in 20% of pregnant women. Currently, there is no effective therapeutic solution for this condition. This study aimed to determine the effects of a speci…
View article: Efficacy of a Topical Herbal Cream Containing Frankincense Oil, Pumpkin Oil and Licorice Aqueous Extract in Patients with Mild-to-Moderate Plaque Psoriasis: a Randomized Clinical Trial
Efficacy of a Topical Herbal Cream Containing Frankincense Oil, Pumpkin Oil and Licorice Aqueous Extract in Patients with Mild-to-Moderate Plaque Psoriasis: a Randomized Clinical Trial Open
Background and objectives: Psoriasis is a prevalent, chronic, and inflammatory disorder with good response rates using novel treatment strategies. However, side effects are a limiting factor in long-time treatment. Recent studies have demo…
View article: Major and minor criteria for gastric dystemperaments in Persian Medicine: Sari gastric dystemperament criteria-I (SGDC-I).
Major and minor criteria for gastric dystemperaments in Persian Medicine: Sari gastric dystemperament criteria-I (SGDC-I). Open
Modern lifestyles and the interfering factors are responsible for some changes in diagnostic signs and symptoms according to PM. This was the first step to coordinate PM diagnostic criteria for gastric dystemperaments. Further studies are …
View article: Effect of Garlic (Allium sativum) Supplementation on Premenstrual Disorders: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial
Effect of Garlic (Allium sativum) Supplementation on Premenstrual Disorders: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial Open
Background. Premenstrual disorders involve physical, behavioral, and mood variations that affect women of childbearing age and interfere with family relationships, household responsibilities, professional duties, and social activities. Obj…
View article: Diagnostic Protocol of Warm and Cold Uterine Temperaments Based on Persian Medicine: A Qualitative Study
Diagnostic Protocol of Warm and Cold Uterine Temperaments Based on Persian Medicine: A Qualitative Study Open
Objective: Uterus is an important body organ in women responsible for purifying blood and carrying fetus. In Traditional Iranian Medicine (TIM), identifying the uterine temperament (mizaj) is necessary for prevention, diagnosis and treatme…
View article: The Effect of Jazar Supplement on Quality of Life and Sexual Function in Postmenopausal Women: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial
The Effect of Jazar Supplement on Quality of Life and Sexual Function in Postmenopausal Women: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial Open
Background. Menopause is one of the most critical stages of a woman’s life and is accompanied by symptoms including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, sexual dysfunction, mucus atrophy, and vaginal dryness. Women tend to use complemen…
View article: Etiology, Clinical Manifestation and Natural Treatments of Psoriasis from the Perspective of Persian Medicine
Etiology, Clinical Manifestation and Natural Treatments of Psoriasis from the Perspective of Persian Medicine Open
Psoriasis is an inflammatory and autoimmune disease with unknown etiology. This is a chronic, recurrent, distressing and costly disease, which has a great impact on the quality of life of individuals. Its treatment varies from topical to s…
View article: Etiologies of heavy menstrual bleeding: a comparison between current and Persian Medicine
Etiologies of heavy menstrual bleeding: a comparison between current and Persian Medicine Open
View article: Efficacy of Saussurea costus (Qost) Oil as an Iranian Traditional Medicine Product on Primary Dysmenorrhea: Case Series
Efficacy of Saussurea costus (Qost) Oil as an Iranian Traditional Medicine Product on Primary Dysmenorrhea: Case Series Open
Dysmenorrhea is known as painful menstruation with considerable effects on women's mental status and quality of life with some limits for treatment. The objective of this prospective case series was to evaluate effects of Saussurea Costus …
View article: Physical Activity and Exercise Recommendations for Children in Persian Medicine: A Narrative Review
Physical Activity and Exercise Recommendations for Children in Persian Medicine: A Narrative Review Open
Context: Persian Medicine (PM) scientists such as Avicenna (980‑1037 AD) believed that maintaining health without exercise is impossible. So they have written about special rules and various techniques for the exercise of different groups …
View article: A Review of the Gut-Uterine Axis in Persian Medicine Literature: Implications in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
A Review of the Gut-Uterine Axis in Persian Medicine Literature: Implications in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Open
Persian medicine (PM) takes a holistic approach towards diagnosis and management of disease states, focusing on the connections between body systems and organs. Menstrual disorders are of utmost importance in women, as they may lead to dys…
View article: Evaluation of Uterine Warm and Cold Distemperament (Su-e Mizaj) in Persian Medicine: A Qualitative Study
Evaluation of Uterine Warm and Cold Distemperament (Su-e Mizaj) in Persian Medicine: A Qualitative Study Open
Objectives: Uterus is one of the most important organs of a woman which purifies the blood and carries a fetus and its function is related to the main organs like the brain, heart, liver, kidneys, and stomach. Uterine distemperaments are a…
View article: The Lifestyle of Breastfeeding Mother, Based on the Teaching of Avicenna (Ibn Sina)
The Lifestyle of Breastfeeding Mother, Based on the Teaching of Avicenna (Ibn Sina) Open
Background: Breast-feeding is considered a global standard. Certainly special strategies have an important role in mother’s success in exclusive feeding of the neonate and preservation of the mother’s health. Healthy lifestyle in mothers c…
View article: Efficacy of a vaginal tablet as a Persian medicine product on vulvovaginal candidiasis: a double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial
Efficacy of a vaginal tablet as a Persian medicine product on vulvovaginal candidiasis: a double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial Open
Context: In Persian medicine, topical ingredients such as Rosa damascena Mill. (Rosaceae), are usually recommended for the treatment of uterine diseases. Scientific evaluation of these historical documents can be valuable for…
View article: Evaluation of scientific evidence for abortifacient medicinal plants mentioned in traditional Persian medicine
Evaluation of scientific evidence for abortifacient medicinal plants mentioned in traditional Persian medicine Open
View article: The Effects of Aromatherapy on Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials
The Effects of Aromatherapy on Premenstrual Syndrome Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials Open
Objectives Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common disturbance among women of childbearing age. Aromatherapy is a commonly used form of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) to treat PMS. The purpose of this study is to quantify and…
View article: Use of Dalk in The Gynecological Diseases: Perspectives of Persian Medicine
Use of Dalk in The Gynecological Diseases: Perspectives of Persian Medicine Open
Women’s diseases are types of the common problems that patients are seeking for treatment that imposes a lot of economic burdens on health systems. Many Persian medicine reference books mentioned various practical methods for the adjunctiv…
View article: A Review of the Gastrointestinal Causes of Infertility from the Perspective of Persian Medicine
A Review of the Gastrointestinal Causes of Infertility from the Perspective of Persian Medicine Open
Infertility affects about 10-15% of couples in reproductive age, and puts a lot of economic burden on communities. Persian Medicine (PM) introduces perspectives on causes of infertility that can be useful in prevention and treatment of thi…