PriMera Scientific Medicine and Public Health (ISSN: 2833-5627)

Comprehensive Review

Volume 7 Issue 2

Antioxidant Therapy in Gynaecological Disorders: A Short Comprehensive Review

Pritesh Devbhuti*, Subhra Dan, Miltu Kumar Ghosh and Debabrata Devbhuti

August 04, 2025

DOI : 10.56831/PSMPH-07-234

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Abstract

The oxidative stress present in inflammation, cellular damage, and the progression of a disease contributes to the factors of gynaecological disorders. The management of gynaecological disorders can be handled by the use of antioxidants. This article reviews advanced topics of antioxidants involved in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, ovarian cancer, menopause, and menopause related disorders. We highlight clinical evidence where institutional procedural treatment is effective in treating reproductive issues and these patients are responsive to symptom relief and treatment enhancement via antioxidants C and E, selenium, vitamins, and polyphenols. A discussion of antioxidants for menopause disorders synergized with conventional therapies and additional supplementation demonstrated an effective outcome related to dietary interventions focusing on personal health needs. Benefits of adopting an antioxidant strategy align with dosage, timing of intervention, and customizing for each unique patient to reduce perils and maximize value. Detailed analysis is prompted to develop appropriate approaches for prolonged exposure to antioxidants in gynaecological patients needing clearer revealing plans of treatment through rigorous investigation around these essential interventional strategies. Notably, these revealed indispensable methods finalizes that using antioxidants can help enhance other treatment solutions.

Keywords: Gynaecological disorders; Oxidative stress; Therapy; Antioxidants

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