Evidence supporting the use of: Green tea
For the health condition: Cervical Dysplasia

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Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Green tea (Camellia sinensis) has been explored as a potential supportive agent in the management of cervical dysplasia, primarily due to its bioactive polyphenols, such as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Several clinical and laboratory studies have indicated that green tea extracts possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-proliferative properties, which could be beneficial in conditions characterized by abnormal cell growth and HPV infection, such as cervical dysplasia.

A notable randomized controlled trial published in Obstetrics & Gynecology (2003) involved women with cervical lesions and found that topical or oral green tea extract increased the rate of lesion regression compared to placebo. The study attributed these effects to green tea polyphenols’ ability to induce apoptosis (programmed cell death) in dysplastic cells and modulate immune response. Other in vitro studies have demonstrated that EGCG can inhibit the growth of HPV-infected cervical cells and suppress oncogenic pathways.

However, while these results are promising, the body of evidence remains limited, with relatively small sample sizes and short follow-up periods. There is insufficient large-scale or long-term data to conclusively recommend green tea as a standard therapy for cervical dysplasia. Nonetheless, the available scientific studies do provide a rationale for its adjunctive use, particularly for individuals seeking complementary approaches alongside conventional treatment.

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