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Chinese Dodder (Cuscuta chinensis) has a long history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), where it is known as "Tu Si Zi." In TCM, Chinese Dodder seeds are often used to "tonify the kidney and liver," "secure the essence," and "improve vision." Occasionally, herbalists may include it in formulas for swollen glands or lymph nodes, based on the broader TCM concept of supporting the body's yang and dispelling dampness, which are thought to contribute to swelling. However, there is little direct reference in classical texts to the use of Chinese Dodder specifically for swollen lymph nodes or "glands" as understood in modern Western medicine.

From a scientific perspective, there is currently very limited evidence supporting the use of Chinese Dodder for conditions involving swollen glands or lymph nodes. Most research on Cuscuta chinensis focuses on its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties in vitro or in animal models, but not specifically on lymphadenopathy or lymphatic health in humans. Thus, its use for supporting swollen glands is justified primarily by traditional practice, and the strength of evidence for this specific indication is weak.

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