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Source of validity: Traditional
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Aster root (from various Aster species) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in East Asian systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In TCM, aster root (commonly Aster tataricus, known as Zi Wan) is primarily used for respiratory ailments like coughs and phlegm, but some ethnobotanical records and folk medicine accounts mention its use for hemorrhoids, usually as part of complex herbal formulas. The rationale in traditional use is often based on concepts such as promoting blood circulation and reducing swelling or inflammation, which are believed to help alleviate the symptoms of hemorrhoids. However, modern scientific studies directly investigating the efficacy of aster root for the treatment of hemorrhoids are lacking. There is no robust clinical evidence or standardized pharmacological research that validates its use for this specific condition. Some laboratory studies on aster root extracts have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which theoretically could be beneficial for hemorrhoidal symptoms, but these effects have not been substantiated in human trials for this indication. Therefore, while there is traditional precedent for its use, the scientific support is weak, and the evidence rating for its effectiveness in treating hemorrhoids is low.

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