Evidence supporting the use of: Chamomile
For the health condition: Anal Fistula or Fissure

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla or Chamaemelum nobile) has a long-standing history in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, soothing, and wound-healing properties. In the context of anal fistula and anal fissure, chamomile is not a primary or standard treatment in modern clinical practice, but it has been used traditionally—especially in the form of sitz baths, ointments, or infusions—to alleviate symptoms such as pain, inflammation, and discomfort. The rationale is largely based on chamomile’s ability to reduce local inflammation and promote tissue repair, as supported by in vitro and animal studies.

Some small clinical studies and case reports suggest that chamomile-containing preparations may help reduce pain and improve healing in minor skin wounds and irritations, which can be extrapolated to anorectal conditions like fissures or fistulae. However, high-quality randomized clinical trials directly investigating chamomile for anal fistula or fissure are lacking. Most of the available evidence is anecdotal or based on traditional use, and chamomile is often used as an adjunct rather than a standalone treatment. Its topical application is typically considered safe, with rare instances of allergic reactions.

In summary, while chamomile’s use for anal fissure or fistula is primarily rooted in traditional practice, there is some mechanistic plausibility and indirect evidence supporting its application for inflammation and minor wound healing. Nonetheless, robust scientific validation is limited, and it should not replace established medical therapies.

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Other health conditions supported by chamomile

Abdominal Pain
Abrasions
Abuse and Trauma
Acid Indigestion
Acne
Addictions (general remedies for)
Afterbirth Pain
Age Spots
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Anger (excessive)
Antibiotics (side effects of)
Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders
Appetite (deficient)
Dyspepsia
Eczema
Enteritis
Epilepsy
Eye Infections
Eye Problems
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Halitosis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiccups
Hysteria
Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Insomnia
Irritability
Itching
Itching (rectal)
Itching Ears
Labor and Delivery
Laryngitis
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Lesions
Lupus
Measles
Morning Sickness
Nausea and Vomiting
Nose Bleeds
Perspiration (excessive)
PMS (general)
PMS Type A
PMS Type P
Poison Ivy or Oak
Post Partum Depression
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Pregnancy (herbs and supplements for)
Rashes and Hives
Restless Dreams
Rhinitis
Rhinitis, Allergic
Rosacea
Scratches and Abrasions
Seizures
Sleep (restless and disturbed)
Sore Throat
Strep Throat
Stress
Sunburn
Sweat Baths (herbs for)
Teething
Tension
Tickle in Throat
TMJ
Tonsillitis
Adrenal Fatigue
Abscesses
Allergies (respiratory)
Belching
Bites and Stings
Bloodshot Eyes
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Bulimia
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Carbuncles
Bedwetting
Bleeding (external)
Blisters
Burns and Scalds
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Chemotherapy (reducing side effects)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Colic (adults)
Colic (children)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Cuts
Depression
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysmenorrhea
Ear Infection or Earache
Emotional Sensitivity