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Source of validity: Traditional
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Fungi, especially certain species such as Fomitopsis officinalis (Agarikon) and Fomes fomentarius (tinder fungus), have a long history of traditional use in various cultures to help control external bleeding. Ethnobotanical records document that dried and processed fungal materia were applied directly to wounds as a styptic to stem bleeding, particularly in Europe and Asia. The primary rationale is that the fibrous structure of these fungi can absorb blood and promote clot formation, acting as a physical barrier rather than providing a pharmacological effect. While some modern studies have examined the antimicrobial properties of various fungi, robust clinical evidence validating their effectiveness specifically for hemostasis in external bleeding is limited. Most support for their use as wound dressings and bleeding control remains anecdotal or based on historical accounts, rather than on rigorous scientific trials. Thus, while there is a clear traditional precedent, the evidence base is not strong, and use today is more of historical interest than a recommendation grounded in modern medicine.

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