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Source of validity: Traditional
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The Marking Nut Tree (Semecarpus anacardium) has been used in traditional Ayurvedic and Siddha medicine for a variety of skin ailments, including eczema. Traditional texts describe its use in topical formulations to help alleviate symptoms such as itching and inflammation associated with chronic skin diseases. The nut is believed to have antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, and it is sometimes incorporated into herbal pastes or oils applied to affected skin. However, direct scientific evidence supporting its efficacy specifically for eczema is lacking. Most of the published research focuses on its general anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity, often in the context of other conditions or in vitro studies. Furthermore, the marking nut contains compounds that can cause irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals, raising safety concerns for topical use. Overall, while there is a historical precedent for its use in treating eczema within traditional medicine systems, robust clinical trials or scientific validation for its effectiveness and safety in eczema treatment are absent. Therefore, its use for eczema remains grounded in traditional practice rather than scientific evidence.

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