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Source of validity: Traditional
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Flowering quince (Chaenomeles speciosa) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it is known as "Mu Gua." While its primary traditional uses are for alleviating muscle cramps, improving digestion, and treating arthritis, it has also been occasionally employed to help reduce fever. The rationale in TCM is based on the herb’s purported ability to "expel wind-dampness" and "harmonize the stomach," which can indirectly address symptoms like fever when associated with musculoskeletal or gastrointestinal imbalances. However, fever is not the major indication for flowering quince in most classical texts; its use for this purpose is secondary and less well-documented compared to other fever-reducing herbs like honeysuckle or forsythia. Modern scientific research into flowering quince has focused mainly on its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties. Some in vitro and animal studies have suggested the plant contains bioactive compounds (such as flavonoids and triterpenoids) that could theoretically influence inflammatory processes relevant to fever. However, there is little to no direct clinical evidence supporting its effectiveness specifically for reducing fever in humans. In summary, the use of flowering quince for fever is justified primarily by tradition, with limited and indirect scientific support. It is not a mainstream or strongly validated herbal remedy for fever, and more rigorous studies would be needed to confirm its efficacy for this indication.

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