Evidence supporting the use of: Origanum (unspecified)
For the health condition: Bites and Stings

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Origanum (commonly known as oregano) has a history of traditional use in various cultures for treating bites and stings, particularly insect bites. Folk medicine practices in the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions have applied crushed oregano leaves or poultices to the skin to soothe irritation, reduce swelling, and prevent infection after bites or stings. This use is likely attributable to the plant’s volatile oils, especially carvacrol and thymol, which possess antimicrobial and mild anti-inflammatory properties. However, the evidence for this application is almost entirely anecdotal or based on traditional knowledge, rather than on controlled scientific studies.

Modern scientific literature offers little direct evaluation of Origanum’s efficacy specifically for bites and stings. While some laboratory studies confirm that oregano oil has antibacterial and antifungal effects, and limited anti-inflammatory activity, there are no well-designed clinical trials confirming its benefit when applied to bites or stings in humans. Therefore, while the traditional use exists and some plausible mechanisms have been suggested, the overall evidence remains weak and primarily historical in nature.

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