Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Pluchea, particularly Pluchea indica and Pluchea odorata, has a history of traditional use in various systems of folk medicine, including Ayurveda and folk practices in Southeast Asia and Central America. In these systems, the leaves and aerial parts of Pluchea plants have been used as poultices, decoctions, or teas for conditions associated with inflammation, swelling, and pain, including hemorrhoids. The rationale for its use typically centers around its reputed anti-inflammatory, astringent, and wound-healing properties. Traditional healers often apply crushed leaves or prepare topical formulations to reduce the discomfort and swelling linked to hemorrhoids.

Scientific validation for these uses remains limited. A few in vitro and animal studies have demonstrated that Pluchea extracts possess anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activities, which could, in theory, be beneficial for hemorrhoidal symptoms. However, there is a lack of well-designed clinical trials specifically evaluating the efficacy or safety of Pluchea preparations for hemorrhoids in humans. Thus, while its use is supported by a traditional basis and some basic pharmacological findings, direct scientific evidence in the context of hemorrhoids is minimal, and more rigorous research is needed to confirm its therapeutic value.

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