https://phlox.or.id/index.php/sjog <p><strong>Sriwijaya Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (SJOG) </strong>is an international, peer-review, and open access journal dedicated to obstetrics and gynecology . <strong>SJOG</strong> publishes twice a year. The journal publishes all type of original articles, case reports, review articles, narrative review, meta-analysis, systematic review, mini-reviews and book review. <strong>SJOG</strong>&nbsp;is an official journal of <a href="https://institute.phlox.or.id/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Phlox Institute: Indonesian Medical Research Organization</a>. SJOG has e-ISSN <a href="https://issn.brin.go.id/terbit/detail/20230425191405230" target="_blank" rel="noopener">2986-9838</a>.</p> <p><a href="https://issn.brin.go.id/terbit/detail/20230425191405230" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/public/site/images/desiree_montesinos/BARCODE_2986983800.png"></a></p> Phlox Institute: Indonesian Medical Research Organization en-US Sriwijaya Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology 2986-9838 <p><strong>Sriwijaya Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology (SJOG) </strong>allow the author(s) to hold the copyright without restrictions and&nbsp; allow the author(s) to retain publishing rights without restrictions, also the owner of the commercial rights to the article&nbsp; is&nbsp; the author.</p> https://phlox.or.id/index.php/sjog/article/view/146 <p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Vaginal discharge (leukorrhea) is a common gynecological complaint among women of childbearing age. While physiological discharge is normal, pathological discharge can be indicative of underlying infections or conditions. This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of soursop leaf infusion (<em>Annona muricata</em> L.) as a complementary treatment for vaginal discharge in women of childbearing age.</p> <p><strong>Methods:</strong> A randomized controlled trial was conducted at the Lolo Community Health Center, Kerinci Regency, Jambi, Indonesia. Women aged 15-49 years presenting with vaginal discharge were randomly assigned to either the intervention group (soursop leaf infusion) or the control group (standard care). The intervention group received soursop leaf infusion twice daily for seven days, while the control group received standard care as per the health center's protocol. The primary outcome was the reduction in vaginal discharge symptoms (amount, color, odor, and associated discomfort) after seven days. Secondary outcomes included changes in vaginal pH and microbiological assessment<strong>. </strong></p> <p><strong>Results:</strong> A total of 130 women participated in the study (65 in each group). After seven days, the intervention group showed a significantly greater reduction in vaginal discharge symptoms compared to the control group (p &lt; 0.05). The amount, color, and odor of discharge improved significantly in the intervention group, along with a reduction in associated discomfort such as itching and irritation. Vaginal pH was also normalized in the intervention group, and microbiological assessment revealed a decrease in pathogenic microorganisms<strong>. </strong></p> <p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Soursop leaf infusion (<em>Annona muricata </em>L) appears to be a safe and effective complementary treatment for vaginal discharge in women of childbearing age. Its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties may contribute to its beneficial effects. Further research is warranted to explore its long-term efficacy and potential use in combination with conventional therapies.</p> Yohana Suganda Gusmadewi Rahmatul Ulya Mekar Zenni Radhia Copyright (c) 2024-07-17 2024-07-17 2 2 82 91 10.59345/sjog.v2i2.146 https://phlox.or.id/index.php/sjog/article/view/147 <p><strong>Introduction:</strong> Iron deficiency anemia is a prevalent health concern among pregnant women globally, including Indonesia. Red spinach (<em>Amaranthus tricolor</em>), rich in iron and other nutrients, holds promise as a natural intervention. This randomized controlled trial aimed to investigate the efficacy of red spinach juice in improving hemoglobin levels in pregnant women in West Sumatra.</p> <p><strong>Methods:</strong> This study enrolled 180 pregnant women (18-35 years) with mild anemia (hemoglobin 10.0-10.9 g/dL) in their second trimester. Participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group (daily red spinach juice, 200 mL) or the control group (standard iron supplementation) for eight weeks. Hemoglobin levels were measured at baseline, week four, and week eight.</p> <p><strong>Results:</strong> A significant increase in hemoglobin levels was observed in both groups (p &lt; 0.001). However, the intervention group exhibited a greater mean increase in hemoglobin (1.8 g/dL) compared to the control group (1.2 g/dL) at week eight. There were no significant differences in adverse events between the groups.</p> <p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> Red spinach juice demonstrates potential as an effective adjunct or alternative to standard iron supplementation in improving hemoglobin levels in pregnant women with mild anemia. Further research is warranted to confirm these findings and investigate long-term effects.</p> Endang Sari Mekar Zenni Radhia Hanifa Zaini S Copyright (c) 2024-07-23 2024-07-23 2 2 92 102 10.59345/sjog.v2i2.147