Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Aster species have a history of use in traditional medicine across Asia and Europe for various ailments, including hemorrhoids. In Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, certain Aster species (such as Aster tataricus and Aster amellus) have been included in herbal preparations intended to reduce swelling, promote wound healing, and alleviate pain. The rationale for their use in hemorrhoids is largely based on their purported anti-inflammatory and astringent properties, as described in traditional texts and pharmacopeias. However, these uses are typically based on empirical observations, and not on rigorous clinical trials.

Scientific validation for the use of Aster species specifically in the treatment of hemorrhoids is lacking. While some laboratory studies have identified anti-inflammatory or antioxidant compounds in certain Aster species, there is no direct clinical evidence supporting their efficacy or safety for hemorrhoid treatment in humans. Most references to their use are found in ethnobotanical surveys or traditional medicine compendia, not in peer-reviewed clinical research.

In summary, the use of Aster (unspecified species) for hemorrhoids is justified by traditional practices rather than scientific evidence, and the strength of evidence for efficacy is very weak (1/5), based mainly on historical or anecdotal reports.

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