Antimalarial Drugs as Potential Treatment for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Recently, a groundbreaking study published in Science has revealed that the antimalarial drug artemisinin may have potential therapeutic effects on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a complex endocrine disorder primarily affecting women of reproductive age. It is characterized by persistent anovulation, hyperandrogenism, and insulin resistance. Clinically, it manifests as irregular menstrual cycles, enlarged ovaries with cysts, hirsutism, and acne. Due to the high heterogeneity in its clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment remain contentious, and the choice of therapeutic methods varies.









