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Source of validity: Traditional
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Sheep’s sorrel (Rumex acetosella) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly within Native American and European folk remedies. The use of sheep’s sorrel for skin conditions such as rashes and hives is primarily based on this traditional knowledge rather than robust scientific evidence. Folk practitioners have used sheep’s sorrel as a poultice or topical wash, attributing its soothing effects to its purported anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. However, most of this evidence is anecdotal or passed down through herbal compendiums, and there are no well-controlled clinical studies specifically examining the efficacy of sheep’s sorrel for rashes or hives. The plant contains compounds such as oxalic acid, tannins, and flavonoids, which may contribute to mild anti-inflammatory or antioxidant effects, but these mechanisms are not well characterized for dermatological use. Overall, while there is a tradition of using sheep’s sorrel for skin irritation, the scientific evidence supporting this use is minimal, and its safety and efficacy for this purpose remain unproven by modern research.

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