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Source of validity: Traditional
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Gentiana scabra, commonly known as Scabrous Gentian, is used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) as an herbal remedy. In TCM, it is often included in formulations to "clear heat" and "reduce swelling," which may be interpreted as supporting the lymphatic system or addressing swollen glands. Historically, it has been used to treat conditions such as sore throat, tonsillitis, and other inflammatory disorders that may present with lymph node swelling. However, the rationale for its use is based on energetic and symptomatic patterns described in TCM rather than on direct clinical or pharmacological studies targeting lymphatic tissue or swollen glands specifically. Scientific studies on Gentiana scabra have focused mainly on its anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective effects, but there is a lack of robust clinical trials or mechanistic studies directly linking its use to the reduction of lymph node swelling. Thus, while its use for this indication is established in traditional practice, scientific validation for this specific application is limited or indirect.

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