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Source of validity: Traditional
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Commiphora gileadensis, also known as balm of Gilead or Mecca myrrh, has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in the Middle East. In historical and ethnobotanical sources, resin and extracts from this plant have been employed for a variety of ailments, including infections and inflammatory conditions. However, the specific use of Commiphora gileadensis for kidney infections (such as pyelonephritis or urinary tract infections) appears to be based more on traditional herbal practice than on rigorous scientific evidence. Traditional practitioners may have used its resin for its presumed antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, or diuretic effects, which are sometimes sought in the context of urinary tract complaints.

Scientific studies on Commiphora gileadensis are limited, and there is a lack of controlled clinical trials evaluating its efficacy specifically for kidney infections. Some in vitro studies on related Commiphora species (such as Commiphora myrrha) have shown antimicrobial activity, but this evidence is indirect and not sufficient to support its use for kidney infections. Therefore, while traditional use exists, scientific validation is minimal, and the overall evidence level for this indication is quite low.

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