Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Indian bael (Aegle marmelos) has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic and other traditional medicine systems for a variety of ailments, including skin infections such as boils. In Ayurvedic texts, bael leaves, pulp, and sometimes the root are described as having anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Poultices made from bael leaves or fruit pulp are sometimes applied topically to boils or other skin eruptions to help reduce inflammation and promote healing. The rationale in traditional medicine is that bael’s phytochemical constituents—such as marmelosin, tannins, and coumarins—help to "cool" the affected area, dry up pus, and facilitate faster resolution of the boil. However, scientific validation for these uses is limited. Some laboratory studies have shown that bael extracts possess antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, but these studies are primarily in vitro (test tube) or in animal models, and not specifically focused on boils or skin abscesses. There is a lack of high-quality clinical trials or systematic reviews directly evaluating the efficacy of bael in the treatment of boils in humans. Thus, while the use of Indian bael for boils is supported by tradition and some preliminary pharmacological studies, robust scientific evidence is lacking, and its use should be considered complementary to standard medical care rather than as a replacement.

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