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Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Bai Ji (Rhizoma Bletillae) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), particularly for its effects on the mucus membranes of the body. In TCM, Bai Ji is valued for its astringent and hemostatic properties, meaning it is often used to stop bleeding and help wounds heal. It is commonly applied in formulas intended to treat bleeding from the lungs and stomach, such as hemoptysis (coughing up blood) and gastric ulcers, conditions that involve damage or irritation to the mucus membranes. The traditional rationale is that Bai Ji can "astringe" and protect these membranes, promote tissue regeneration, and reduce inflammation. While there are some in vitro and animal studies suggesting that compounds in Bai Ji (such as polysaccharides) may have wound healing and anti-inflammatory effects, robust clinical evidence in humans is lacking. Therefore, its main justification for supporting mucus membranes comes from centuries of traditional use, rather than contemporary scientific validation. Bai Ji continues to be used in Chinese herbal formulas for oral, nasal, and gastric mucosal lesions, but more rigorous research is needed to confirm its efficacy and safety in these applications.

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