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Source of validity: Traditional
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Sicilian Sumac (Rhus coriaria) has a long history of traditional use in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern medicine, including in the treatment of burns and scalds. Ethnobotanical surveys and historical medical texts describe its application as a poultice or topical preparation for wounds, burns, and other skin injuries. The rationale for its use is typically attributed to its astringent properties, which are thought to help contract tissue and reduce inflammation, as well as its reputed antimicrobial effects that might help prevent infection in damaged skin. Modern phytochemical analyses have confirmed that sumac contains tannins, flavonoids, and organic acids, which possess antioxidant and mild antimicrobial activity. However, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or high-quality scientific studies specifically validating the use of Sicilian Sumac for the treatment of burns or scalds in humans. Most evidence remains anecdotal or based on traditional knowledge, with only a few in vitro or animal studies suggesting potential benefits for wound healing and as an antimicrobial agent. Thus, while Sicilian Sumac is historically used for burns and scalds, scientific validation is limited and further research is needed to establish its efficacy and safety in this context.

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