Evidence supporting the use of: Pellitory
For the health condition: Lesions

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Pellitory (Parietaria officinalis), also known as Pellitory-of-the-wall, has a longstanding history in traditional herbal medicine. Historically, it has been used in European folk remedies for a variety of conditions, including skin lesions, wounds, and ulcers. The application usually involved topical preparations or poultices made from the fresh plant, believed to aid in the healing of minor lesions and abrasions due to its purported soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.

However, documentation of these uses is primarily found in old herbal texts and ethnobotanical surveys, rather than rigorous scientific studies. There is a lack of modern clinical evidence or pharmacological research directly evaluating the efficacy of Pellitory for treating lesions. Most references to its use for lesions are anecdotal or based on traditional practice rather than supported by randomized controlled trials or systematic reviews.

Overall, the use of Pellitory for lesions is justified by tradition rather than science. While it remains a part of some traditional herbal repertoires, healthcare providers and users should be aware that strong evidence from modern research is lacking, and reliance on Pellitory for lesion treatment should be approached with caution.

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