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Health needs, treatment decisions and experience of traditional complementary and integrative medicine use by women with diminished ovarian reserve: A cross-sectional survey.

Alison MaunderSusan ArentzMichael ArmourMichael F CostelloCarolyn Ee
Published in: The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology (2024)
Women with DOR have additional health needs apart from infertility, most notably mental health support. The main form of treatment utilised is MAR, despite DOR being challenging for fertility clinicians. TCIM was widely used, and respondents perceived benefits related to improving fertility, supporting pregnancy, or improving well-being through use of acupuncture, meditation, naturopathy, massage, yoga.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • physical activity
  • palliative care
  • depressive symptoms
  • social support
  • young adults