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Source of validity: Traditional
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Green onion (Allium fistulosum), also known as scallion or spring onion, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in East Asia. In the context of cholera, the use of green onion is primarily rooted in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it has been employed for its supposed warming, diaphoretic, and antimicrobial properties. TCM texts mention its use in treating digestive disturbances and certain infectious diseases, sometimes in combination with other herbs. However, the rationale for its application in cholera is largely based on empirical tradition rather than systematic scientific validation.

Scientific literature on green onion’s efficacy against Vibrio cholerae, the causative agent of cholera, is extremely limited. Some in vitro studies have explored the general antimicrobial effects of allium species, but these are not specific to cholera or its clinical management. There is no robust clinical or laboratory evidence demonstrating that green onion can prevent or treat cholera in humans. The mainstay of cholera treatment remains rehydration therapy and appropriate antibiotics, as supported by modern medical guidelines.

In summary, while green onion has traditional uses in the context of infectious diseases, including cholera, these are not substantiated by current scientific data. Its use for cholera should be considered of historical or ethnobotanical interest rather than an evidence-based medical therapy.

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