Evidence supporting the use of: Dioscorea collettii
For the health condition: Amenorrhea

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Dioscorea collettii, commonly known as "Collett's yam," is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and other East Asian herbal systems. Its primary applications are for the treatment of rheumatic conditions, joint pain, and inflammation due to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. In TCM, it is sometimes included in formulations intended to "activate blood circulation" and "remove blood stasis," which, by traditional theory, could be associated with menstrual irregularities, including amenorrhea (absence of menstruation). However, these uses are primarily based on traditional concepts and do not stem from robust clinical or pharmacological investigations.

There is minimal scientific evidence directly linking Dioscorea collettii to the treatment or support of amenorrhea. Most modern research on the plant focuses on its saponins and their effects on inflammation and pain, rather than on the reproductive system or menstrual function. As such, any claim regarding its use for amenorrhea is rooted in traditional practice, not in scientifically validated mechanisms or clinical trials. The evidence rating is therefore low, reflecting the absence of rigorous studies specific to amenorrhea.

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