Evidence supporting the use of: Polypodium (unspecified)
For the health condition: Skin (infections)

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Synopsis

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

Polypodium species, particularly Polypodium leucotomos, have a long history of traditional use for various skin conditions, including infections, in South American folk medicine. Indigenous peoples have used extracts from the rhizomes of Polypodium plants to treat skin ailments such as eczema, psoriasis, and generalized skin irritation; however, the use in direct treatment of skin infections specifically is less well-documented. Most historical references cite the plant for its purported anti-inflammatory and protective properties rather than direct antimicrobial effects. Some modern research has investigated Polypodium leucotomos extract for its photoprotective and antioxidant properties, with studies focusing on its use in preventing sunburn and mitigating the effects of UV radiation on the skin. These studies do not address skin infections directly but suggest a general support for skin health. There is minimal to no robust clinical evidence supporting Polypodium's efficacy against skin infections specifically. In summary, the use of Polypodium for skin infections is based more in traditional or ethnobotanical practices with limited scientific investigation or validation for this particular use. The overall evidence level is low, and it is not widely recommended in modern clinical practice for treating skin infections.

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