Melatonin Supplementation Improves Pain, Sleep Quality, and Total Plasma Antioxidant Capacity in Women with Fibrocystic Breast Disease: A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Trial
Objective: Fibrocystic breast disease (FBD) is a prevalent benign breast disorder primarily affecting women of reproductive age. Characterized by breast pain (mastalgia), cystic and solid breast lesions, and associated hormonal imbalances. Melatonin, a hormone produced by the pineal gland, exhibits potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and has been shown to improve sleep quality and mental health in various