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Source of validity: Traditional
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Hedyotis, particularly Hedyotis diffusa (also known as Oldenlandia diffusa or Bai Hua She She Cao), is frequently used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to address various conditions, including edema. In TCM, Hedyotis is believed to have "clearing heat" and "detoxifying" properties and is commonly included in herbal formulas for its purported ability to promote diuresis (increase urine output) and reduce swelling. This traditional application is based on centuries-old practices and is documented in classical Chinese medical texts. However, scientific studies directly evaluating the efficacy of Hedyotis for treating edema in humans are sparse. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest anti-inflammatory and mild diuretic effects, but these findings are preliminary and not robustly linked to clinical outcomes in edema patients. To date, there is no strong clinical evidence from rigorous human trials supporting its use specifically for edema. The continued use of Hedyotis for edema is therefore primarily grounded in its traditional use rather than modern scientific validation.

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