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Source of validity: Traditional
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Arisaema (commonly known as Jack-in-the-pulpit or cobra lily) is a genus whose tubers and rhizomes have a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. In TCM, species such as Arisaema erubescens (Tian Nan Xing) are used in herbal formulas aimed at resolving "phlegm," reducing swelling, and alleviating pain. Some classical texts and folk traditions mention its use for the treatment of mastitis, which is the inflammation of breast tissue often associated with infection and swelling. However, these uses are based on traditional concepts of disease and empirical observation rather than modern clinical evidence.

There is little to no high-quality scientific research (such as randomized controlled trials or animal studies with clear relevance to mastitis) supporting the efficacy or safety of Arisaema for mastitis. The available evidence consists mainly of anecdotal reports and traditional usage, with a few ethnobotanical surveys noting its inclusion in polyherbal remedies for breast inflammation. The plant is known to contain toxic compounds (such as calcium oxalate crystals), and improper preparation can cause adverse effects. Thus, while Arisaema has a traditional basis for its use in mastitis, there is a lack of rigorous scientific validation, and its efficacy and safety remain unproven by modern standards.

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