Evidence supporting the use of: Dioscorea oppositifolia
For the health condition: Hemorrhoids

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Dioscorea oppositifolia, also known as Chinese yam or nagaimo, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Ayurveda. In these systems, yams are sometimes recommended for digestive health, inflammation, and as a general tonic. However, the use of Dioscorea oppositifolia specifically for hemorrhoids arises primarily from traditional herbal practices and anecdotal reports rather than rigorous scientific research.

Traditional herbalists may use preparations of Dioscorea for their purported anti-inflammatory and demulcent (soothing) properties, which, in theory, could help alleviate some discomfort associated with hemorrhoids. However, the majority of references to yam for hemorrhoid management are not specific to D. oppositifolia but rather to related species or general yam preparations. There is very limited documentation in authoritative traditional materia medica directly connecting D. oppositifolia to hemorrhoid treatment.

Scientific studies specifically addressing the effectiveness of Dioscorea oppositifolia for hemorrhoids are lacking. No clinical trials or robust pharmacological studies have validated its use for this condition. Thus, while its use for hemorrhoids may be encountered in some traditional contexts, the supporting evidence is weak and primarily anecdotal.

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