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Source of validity: Traditional
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Fomes fomentarius, also known as tinder fungus or hoof fungus, has a long history of use in traditional European and Asian folk medicine. Among its various applications, it has occasionally been cited in ethnobotanical literature as a remedy for gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis. The use is primarily based on historical or traditional practices rather than robust scientific validation. Traditional uses typically involved preparing decoctions or poultices believed to have anti-inflammatory or diuretic effects, which could theoretically alleviate gout symptoms. However, the documentation is sparse, and most references are anecdotal or appear in broader compendia of fungal medicinal uses rather than gout-specific treatises. There are no substantial clinical studies or in vitro experiments directly investigating the efficacy of Fomes fomentarius in treating gout or reducing uric acid levels. Its known bioactive compounds, such as polysaccharides and triterpenes, have shown some anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in general, but not specifically in the context of gout. Therefore, while there is some tradition of its use for gout, the evidence is weak, and scientific support is lacking.

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