Evidence supporting the use of: Commiphora gileadensis
For the health condition: Itching

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Commiphora gileadensis, commonly known as the balm of Gilead, has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in the Middle East. Historical and ethnobotanical sources indicate that extracts and resins from this plant were applied topically for various skin ailments, including itching, wounds, and inflammation. Traditional healers valued its aromatic resins for their perceived soothing and anti-inflammatory effects, which may have contributed to its use in relieving itchiness.

However, the scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Commiphora gileadensis for treating or supporting relief from itching is minimal. Few laboratory or clinical studies have investigated its potential anti-pruritic (anti-itch) properties. Most modern research on related species (such as Commiphora myrrha, the source of myrrh) has focused on antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory effects, but even this research is not directly transferable to C. gileadensis or specifically to itching.

In summary, while the use of Commiphora gileadensis for itching is rooted in traditional practices, there is little to no robust scientific validation for this application. Its traditional use offers some justification, but the evidence base is weak and largely anecdotal.

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