Introduction
sexual dysfunction
ESTROGEN DEFICIENCY, COMPLICATIONS

Sexual function is an important part of life and the satisfaction obtained from it, is one of the most basic aspects of women’s life [
Sexual function is an indispensable part of human life and behavior and is so interwoven with a person’s personality that it seems impossible to talk about it as an independent phenomenon [
The various methods that are commonly used to prevent complications associated with menopause and improve the quality of sexual life during menopause are generally divided into two groups: complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and hormone therapy [
Considering that estrogen deficiency contributes to menopausal complications, the use of herbal estrogens can be effective in reducing some menopausal symptoms. Phytoestrogens are natural nonsteroidal phenolic plant compounds that have estrogenic properties [
Previous studies have shown that aromatherapy has a significant effect on improving sexual function and quality of life of postmenopausal women [
Given the importance of sexual health in postmenopausal women and the relatively high prevalence of sexual dysfunction among them, it is necessary to use non-pharmacological interventions for its management since they have low complications. To the best of our knowledge, no study has yet evaluated the effect of Salvia officinalis scent on the sexual function and satisfaction of postmenopausal women. Therefore, this study was conducted to investigate the effect of aromatherapy using Salvia officinalis on the sexual function and satisfaction of postmenopausal women.