Govind Reddy
Department of Occupational therapy, Tata Memorial Hospital, HBNI, Mumbai, India
Publications
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Research Article
A Study to Assess the Effect of Dyspareunia by Ayurvedic Oil in Patients Who Have Undergone Radiation Treatment for Gynecological Cancer at A Tertiary Cancer Care Centre, Hbni, Mumbai – Phase I Study (Feasibility)
Author(s): Prathepa Jagdish*, Punam Ankush Mungase, Prachi Mittal, Supriya Chopra, Manjusha Vagal, Manohar Gundeti and Govind Reddy
Introduction: Gynecological cancers, including cervical, endometrial, vaginal and vulvar cancers, significantly affect women’s sexual health and quality of life. Globally and in India, cervical cancer shows high incidence rates. Studies report that 55–67% of survivors experience dyspareunia and 60% face sexual dysfunction following treatments such as surgery, brachytherapy and external beam radiation therapy. These treatments cause vaginal dryness, fibrosis, reduced elasticity and estrogen deficiency, leading to painful intercourse. Jatyadi oil, a polyherbal Ayurvedic preparation with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties, promotes epithelial regeneration and tissue healing. Its simple, safe application makes it an effective nursing intervention to improve sexual function and quality of life. Objectives: .. Read More»
