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Complementary and Traditional Chinese Medicine Methods in the Treatment of Gynecological Diseases

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Many women experience menopausal symptoms and most find them distressing. This has led to efforts to find alternatives to classical hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Basic and clinical researchers, often supported by plant and food additive producing companies seek for such alternatives. This specifically includes the integration of traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) or of complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) into treatment protocols tailored to women’s individual needs.

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