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Exploring the Androgen Deficiency Syndrome After Endocrine Therapy for Prostate Cancer Based on the "Yin-Ping Yang-Mi" TheoryReview Article

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Androgen deficiency syndrome (ADS) is a subsequent condition that arises after endocrine therapy for prostate cancer. It manifests as a reduction in testosterone levels accompanied by symptoms such as soreness and weakness of low back and knees, fatigue, hot flushes, and night sweats. This syndrome represents an imbalance between the opposing and complementary forces of yin and yang within the body. Utilizing the yin-yang theory of traditional Chinese medicine, this study analyzes the dynamic interplay of yin and yang associated with androgen deficiency syndrome after endocrine therapy for prostate cancer. The objective is to provide theoretical guidance from Chinese medicine for addressing androgen deficiency syndrome by restoring “the balance of yin and yang." This research contributes to understanding the potential applications of traditional Chinese medicine in managing hormone-related conditions among prostate cancer patients.

Source: Cell Conflux

DOI: 10.71321/xj2h8w39

Authors: Xuncan Xu, Xinru Tang, Yingwen Du, Canbin Lin, Ming Chen, Zhimin Zhao

Institutions: Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine

Language: English

Topic: Traditional Chinese Medicine Studies

Subfield: Complementary and alternative medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4410468722

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