Evidence supporting the use of: Benzoin siam
For the health condition: Mastitis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Benzoin siam, a resin obtained from the Styrax tonkinensis tree, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, particularly in Southeast Asia. Historically, benzoin has been applied topically for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties. In the context of mastitis—a painful inflammation of breast tissue, often due to bacterial infection—benzoin has occasionally been mentioned in ethnobotanical literature as a component of poultices or topical preparations intended to soothe inflammation or assist in healing skin irritations. However, these uses are rooted in traditional practice rather than in modern clinical research.

There is a lack of robust scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of benzoin siam specifically for mastitis. Most available data focus on its general antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects in vitro or in animal models, not in well-designed human clinical trials for mastitis. Therefore, while benzoin siam’s use for mastitis is justified by tradition and some plausible medicinal properties, the evidence is weak, and its safety and efficacy for this condition are not established by contemporary scientific standards.

In summary, the use of benzoin siam for mastitis is primarily supported by traditional practice with minimal direct scientific validation. Health professionals generally recommend evidence-based treatments for mastitis, and benzoin siam should not replace standard medical care.

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