Evidence supporting the use of: Pussy Ears
For the health condition: Dermatitis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Pussy Ears (Cyanotis somaliensis) is primarily recognized in traditional medicine rather than in mainstream scientific research for its use in treating dermatitis and other skin conditions. In various cultures, especially in parts of Africa and Asia, related species in the Cyanotis genus have been used for their purported anti-inflammatory and soothing properties. The plant's leaves are sometimes applied topically as poultices or in herbal baths to relieve skin irritation and inflammation, which includes symptoms of dermatitis.
However, there is a lack of high-quality, peer-reviewed scientific studies specifically investigating the efficacy or mechanism of Pussy Ears for dermatitis. The available evidence is mostly anecdotal or based on ethnobotanical surveys documenting traditional practices rather than clinical trials or pharmacological research. No major dermatological guidelines or authoritative herbal pharmacopeias list Pussy Ears as a recommended treatment for dermatitis.
In summary, while traditional use in some communities exists, there is currently minimal scientific validation for its effectiveness in dermatitis. Its use is supported primarily by historical and ethnobotanical records rather than robust experimental evidence.
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chamomile
coating
turmeric
forsythia
garlic bulb
ginger
gotu kola
green tea
hemp oil
hyaluronic acid
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
niacinamide (vitamin B3)
oregon grape
phenolic acids
plantain
pomegranate
purified silver
quercetin
resveratrol
riboflavin (vitamin B2)
rosemary
schizonepeta
scrophularia root
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
sphaeranthus indicus
vitamin A
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
chickweed
xanthium (cockleburs)
mugwort
neem tree
commiphora
siler root
oriental arborvitae
birch
polyphenols
fulvic acid
eucalyptus
menthol oil
melaleuca alternifolia
geranium
Avens
Alpha-terpineol
Azelaic acid
Ardisia
Anamu
Allantoin
Asteracea
Argan nut oil
Bee Propolis
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Bishop's Weed
Boswellic Acid
Butea monosperma
Barleria
Bisabolene
Bee products
Bombax
Bassia scoparia
Coconut
Centella triterpenes
Caryophyllene
Calendula
Chlorophyllin
coconut oil
Colloid
Carvacrol
Curcuminoid
Chinese Raisintree
Curcumen
Centella asiatica
Centipeda
Curcuma
Cannabidiol
Carthamus
Copaiba Oil
Cannabigerol
Chrysophanics
Dianthus
Epidermal Growth Factor
Eclipta
Emu Oil
Euphorbia
Ethyl Linoleate
Flavonoids
Fang-Feng
Fatty acids
fibroblast growth factor
Mallow
Silk protein
Sandalwood
Other health conditions supported by Pussy Ears
AbrasionsAbscesses
Acne
Asthma
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Blisters
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Bruises (prevention)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Chicken Pox
Chills
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Cuts
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Edema
Eye Infections
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever