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Source of validity: Traditional
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Curcuma wenyujin, a species of turmeric used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), has a long history of use for promoting blood circulation, reducing pain, and resolving "blood stasis." In TCM, canker sores (oral aphthous ulcers) are often attributed to imbalances such as "heat" or "stagnation" in the body. While Curcuma wenyujin is not a primary herbal remedy for canker sores, it sometimes appears in multi-herb formulations aimed at alleviating oral ulcers or related inflammatory conditions due to its traditional functions of moving blood and reducing inflammation. There is limited modern scientific research directly investigating Curcuma wenyujin for the treatment of canker sores. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that extracts from Curcuma species possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties, which could be relevant for oral ulcer healing in theory. However, these studies are general and not specific to oral aphthous ulcers or to Curcuma wenyujin in particular. As of now, clinical trials or strong pharmacological evidence supporting its efficacy for canker sores are lacking. In summary, the use of Curcuma wenyujin for canker sores is primarily supported by traditional use within TCM, with some indirect scientific rationale based on general properties of Curcuma species. However, robust clinical or experimental evidence specific to canker sores is currently insufficient.

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