Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Current Status and Phytomedicine
- 1st Edition - June 1, 2026
- Latest edition
- Editors: Mohammad Afzal Zargar, Rafiq Lone, Mohd Ashraf Ganie, Javid Ahmad Malik
- Language: English
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Current Status and Phytomedicine is a novel resource to understanding PCOS, its history, epidemiology, potential causes, symptoms, and potent… Read more
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Current Status and Phytomedicine is a novel resource to understanding PCOS, its history, epidemiology, potential causes, symptoms, and potential treatment options as well as future implications and disease management. While the diagnosis and management of PCOS present challenges, understanding its impact on health and implementing appropriate treatment strategies are crucial for optimizing women's health in reproductive life.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 5-10% of women of reproductive age and is typically treated with conventional pharmacological therapy and surgery, which may have side effects and limited long-term efficacy. Phytomedicine is an area of great potential for improved patient outcomes. Researchers of PCOS will find this book essential to help further research in this area.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 5-10% of women of reproductive age and is typically treated with conventional pharmacological therapy and surgery, which may have side effects and limited long-term efficacy. Phytomedicine is an area of great potential for improved patient outcomes. Researchers of PCOS will find this book essential to help further research in this area.
- Presents the latest evidence of role of Phytomedicine in PCOS and research gaps for scientists to explore the undiscovered phytomedicine for PCOS
- Provides ample illustrations and figures for understanding the role of Phyto nanomedicine in PCOS
- Includes PCOS and hormonal regulation, ovarian dysfunction and infertility
Researchers in Endocrinology, Zoology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry
1. Introduction
2. History and epidemiology of PCOS
3. Current status of PCOS in India/world
4. Probable reasons of PCOS
5. PCOS signs symptoms diagnostic tests and treatment options
6. PCOS and body physiology
7. PCOS mediated adverse effects
8. Molecular basis/genetics of PCOS
9. PCOS and hormonal regulation
10. Considerations for pregnancy in PCOS
11. PCOS ovarian dysfunction and infertility
12. Insulin resistance and PCOS
13. Role of life style changes in maintaining PCOS
14. Phytomedicine and PCOS
15. Plants used in homeopathy for treating PCOS
16. Role of phytomedicine as alternative medicine in in PCOS
17. Future implications and disease management
2. History and epidemiology of PCOS
3. Current status of PCOS in India/world
4. Probable reasons of PCOS
5. PCOS signs symptoms diagnostic tests and treatment options
6. PCOS and body physiology
7. PCOS mediated adverse effects
8. Molecular basis/genetics of PCOS
9. PCOS and hormonal regulation
10. Considerations for pregnancy in PCOS
11. PCOS ovarian dysfunction and infertility
12. Insulin resistance and PCOS
13. Role of life style changes in maintaining PCOS
14. Phytomedicine and PCOS
15. Plants used in homeopathy for treating PCOS
16. Role of phytomedicine as alternative medicine in in PCOS
17. Future implications and disease management
- Edition: 1
- Latest edition
- Published: June 1, 2026
- Language: English
MZ
Mohammad Afzal Zargar
Prof. Mohammad Afzal Zargar Professor of Biotechnology at Central University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir-India is deputed as Registrar of Central University of Kashmir. Earlier Prof. Zargar was Dean of School of Life Sciences, Central University of Kashmir and also is founder member and Head Department of Biotechnology, Central University of Kashmir. He has completed his M. Sc in Biochemtry from University of Kashmir and Ph.D. from Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi. He has teaching experience of 30 of years and research experience of about 35 years. He has guided about 40 M. Phil and Ph. D scholars and also two post doctorate students. He has remained the Principal investigator /co-principal investigator/mentor of many major research projects supported by different funding agencies like DST, ICMR, DBT and UGC. He has also 3 books and about 110 research publications in reputed Journals having a good impact factor to his credit.
Affiliations and expertise
Central University of Kashmir, IndiaRL
Rafiq Lone
Dr. Rafiq Amad Lone, Assistant Professor and Academic Coordinator at the Department of Plant Sciences (Botany)Central University of Kashmir Ganderbal Jammu and Kashmir, India. He has ~14 years of research experience and ~8 years of teaching. He specializes in Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. He has won several awards including Young Scientist Award, Best Poster Award, and Senior Scientist Award. He has supervised ~10 graduate students, published many papers and book chapters. He is known as a rising scientist in his field.
Affiliations and expertise
Central University of Kashmir, Jammu and Kashmir, IndiaMG
Mohd Ashraf Ganie
Dr. Ashraf Ganie, a distinguished endocrinologist of national repute, is applauded nationwide for his pioneering contributions to medical research. He has cemented his legacy as a transformative figure in the realm of medical sciences, spanning his impactful and illustrious career at SKIMS Srinagar and the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. His commitment towards advancing medical science is evident through his leadership in pioneering mega research initiatives while serving as Sub-Dean Research, Head clinical research, Nodal officer MRU etc. He has played a leadership role in research projects of national importance notably, National PCOS Task Force study as Chief Coordinator and Principal Investigator for the India Diabetes (INDIAB) study, GenomeIndia project, a flagship initiative launched by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. With over 200 scientific publications and leadership in the pivotal projects he has garnered international acclaim.
Affiliations and expertise
Director SKIMS Sher i Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, IndiaJM
Javid Ahmad Malik
Dr. Javid Ahmad Malik M.Sc and M.Phil degrees in Zoology, is an Academician cum Researcher working in the field of Zoology at Guru Ghasidas Central University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India. His areas of interest include toxicology, pharmacology, and evaluation of phytotherapic approaches using different animal models. He has published 2 books with internationally reputed publication houses like 'igi global' and CRC Taylor and Francis. He has published research papers in national and international journals having good impact factor and also 6 book chapters are also in his credit. Dr. Malik has presented his work at a number of national and international conferences. For his excellency in the research field, he has been awarded the International young scientist award. He has qualified many national and state-level competitive exams, such as the National Eligibility Test (CSIR-NET), Graduate Aptitude Test (GATE-XL), and Jammu and Kashmir State Level Eligibility Test (JKSET) in life sciences.
Affiliations and expertise
Guru Ghasidas Central University, India