Evidence supporting the use of: Wax Gourd
For the health condition: Kidney Infection

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Wax gourd (Benincasa hispida), also known as ash gourd or winter melon, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In these traditions, wax gourd is often described as having diuretic properties, being cooling, and helping to "clear heat" and "detoxify" the body. Practitioners have historically recommended its use for urinary tract issues, including symptoms that might be associated with kidney infections, such as burning urination or difficulty passing urine. However, these uses are based on traditional beliefs about the body's balance of energies rather than on modern biomedical concepts. From a scientific perspective, there is very limited research investigating wax gourd for the treatment of kidney infections (pyelonephritis) specifically. Some laboratory studies suggest wax gourd may have mild anti-inflammatory and diuretic effects, but there is no direct clinical evidence supporting its efficacy in treating kidney infections in humans. Standard medical treatment for kidney infections relies on antibiotics, and delaying appropriate care can be dangerous. Thus, while wax gourd is used traditionally for urinary complaints, this use is not supported by substantial scientific evidence, and it should not replace evidence-based medical treatment for kidney infections.

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