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Beyond disruption of the hypothalamic\u2013pituitary\u2013ovarian (HPO) axis, POI involves impairment of the KNDy\u2013GnRH network, chronic inflammatory activation, gut\u2013ovary axis\u2013related metabolic disturbances, and dysregulation of the hypothalamic\u2013pituitary\u2013adrenal (HPA) axis and autonomic nervous system. Acupuncture has been proposed as a multi-target neuroendocrine intervention whose effects may extend beyond local ovarian regulation toward broader physiological modulation. Available evidence suggests that acupuncture may influence reproductive hormone regulation, including follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and estradiol (E2), and may be associated with changes in ovarian reserve\u2013related indicators and menstrual function. Some studies also report effects on stress-related endocrine activity, autonomic function, and emotional symptoms, potentially involving inflammatory and metabolic pathways. 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