Evidence supporting the use of: Aloe vera
For the health condition: Hemorrhoids

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Aloe vera has been used traditionally to soothe and support the healing of hemorrhoids, primarily due to its anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, and wound-healing properties. The gel from the aloe vera plant is commonly applied topically to the affected area to reduce irritation, burning, itching, and swelling associated with hemorrhoids. Historical records and ethnobotanical sources document aloe vera’s use for skin conditions and minor wounds, and its extension to hemorrhoidal care is based on these general soothing properties.

From a scientific perspective, there are limited clinical studies directly evaluating aloe vera’s efficacy for hemorrhoids. Some laboratory and animal studies suggest that aloe vera gel may reduce inflammation, promote wound healing, and have antimicrobial effects. A small number of human studies have examined aloe-based creams for anal fissures or similar anorectal conditions with some positive results, but high-quality randomized controlled trials specifically for hemorrhoids are lacking.

In summary, aloe vera’s use for hemorrhoids is primarily grounded in traditional practice and anecdotal reports, with modest scientific rationale based on its general skin-soothing properties. However, the overall strength of scientific evidence specifically supporting its effectiveness for hemorrhoids is weak, meriting a low evidence rating.

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Abdominal Pain
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