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Herbal Medicine for Xerostomia in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Author: ChoiDong-Jun, NohHyeonseok, ParkBongki

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.

Overview

Herbal medicine showed potential benefits for improving salivary function and reducing xerostomia in cancer patients. However, more high-quality trials are needed to confirm these findings.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Xerostomia (dry mouth) causes many clinical problems, including oral infections, speech difficulties, and impaired chewing and swallowing of food. Many cancer patients have complained of xerostomia induced by cancer therapy. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this systematic review is to assess the ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6041902/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Herbal Remedies for Xerostomia: A New Oasis in the Desert of Cancer Treatment Side Effects

Xerostomia, or dry mouth, is a common side effect of cancer therapy, like a dry desert wind that can make daily life uncomfortable. This study explores the potential benefits of using herbal medicine to alleviate xerostomia in cancer patients.

Herbal Remedies: A Natural Approach to Xerostomia Relief

The authors conducted a systematic review of randomized controlled trials investigating the use of herbal medicine for treating xerostomia in cancer patients. The review found that several herbal formulas showed potential benefits in improving salivary flow rate and reducing the severity of dry mouth. This is promising news for cancer patients seeking natural remedies for this challenging side effect.

A Need for Further Research

While the review found promising results, the authors acknowledge the need for more high-quality research to confirm the effectiveness of herbal medicine for xerostomia. This is a crucial area for further investigation, as it could lead to new and effective treatment options for this common side effect of cancer therapy.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research explores the potential of herbal medicine to provide relief from xerostomia in cancer patients. While more research is needed to confirm its effectiveness, the initial findings are promising, offering a potential oasis of relief in the desert of cancer treatment side effects.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-02-04
  2. Date Revised 2022-04-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28870110

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC6041902

SNS
PICO Info
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Languages

English

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