Synopsis

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

Sandalwood has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine for various skin ailments, including itching and inflammation. Its oil and paste have been topically applied to soothe rashes, skin irritations, and pruritus (itching), although specific references to rectal itching are limited and mostly inferred from its general use for pruritus. The presumed benefit is attributed to sandalwood’s anti-inflammatory, cooling, and soothing properties. However, there is a lack of robust clinical trials or scientific studies directly supporting the use of sandalwood (unspecified species) for rectal itching. Most available evidence is anecdotal or based on traditional applications, not on controlled scientific research. Therefore, while sandalwood is traditionally used for itching and skin discomfort, its efficacy for rectal itching specifically is not scientifically validated. This results in a low evidence rating (1/5), signifying that more research is necessary to support or refute its use for this particular condition.

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