Evidence supporting the use of: Origanum (unspecified)
For the health condition: Glands (swollen lymph)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Origanum (commonly known as oregano) has been used traditionally in herbal medicine systems for a variety of ailments, primarily for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and expectorant properties. In various folk traditions, oregano preparations (such as teas or poultices) have been used to help relieve symptoms associated with respiratory infections, which can include swollen lymph glands as a secondary symptom. The rationale is often based on oregano’s believed ability to support immune function and reduce inflammation. However, direct traditional references to its use specifically for treating swollen lymph glands are scarce. There is limited documentation in ethnobotanical sources mentioning Origanum species in the context of “glandular swellings” or “swollen glands,” but these references are anecdotal and not well detailed.
Scientifically, there is no significant evidence supporting the use of Origanum for swollen lymph glands. Most research focuses on its antimicrobial and antioxidant effects rather than direct action on lymphatic tissue or lymphadenopathy. Overall, the use of Origanum for swollen glands is justified primarily by tradition, but the evidence is weak (rated 1/5), and there is a lack of robust clinical or mechanistic support for this indication.
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Other health conditions supported by Origanum (unspecified)
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acid Indigestion
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Appetite (deficient)
Athlete's Foot
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Cuts
Dandruff
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Eczema
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Gonorrhea