TCM believes that the leaves of the purple oil tree have the effects of clearing heat, dispelling dampness, and promoting circulation. It is mainly used to treat dysentery, diarrhea, food stagnation, eczema, and rubella. The purple oil tree is a yang tree and grows in limestone mountains or shrubs near the sea.
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The leaves of the purple oil tree can be used for the treatment of diseases such as eczema and rubella. The recommended dosage for internal use is 9-15g, boiled into a decoction. For external use, an appropriate amount can be boiled and used for washing.
Rubella is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the rubella virus, including congenital infection and acquired infection. Clinically, it is characterized by a short prodromal period, low fever, rash, and enlargement of lymph nodes behind the ears and at the back of the head. The general condition is mild, with a short course and a good prognosis.
However, rubella is highly contagious and can occur throughout the year, with a higher incidence in winter and spring. The susceptible age group is mainly 1-5 years old, so it is more common in preschool children.
If a pregnant woman is infected with the rubella virus early in pregnancy, although the clinical symptoms are mild, the virus can infect the fetus through the placental barrier. Whether it is a manifest or inapparent infection, it can lead to congenital rubella syndrome (CRS) characterized by congenital fetal defects, stillbirths, premature births, etc.
The early diagnosis and prevention of rubella are extremely important. Currently, there is no specific treatment for rubella, but the disease can be prevented through immunization.
1. "Commonly Used Medicinal Herbs in Sichuan": "Promotes qi circulation and relieves pain. Treats abdominal pain, diarrhea, bloody dysentery, cracked feet, etc."
2. "Yunnan Medicinal Herbs": "Clears heat and detoxifies. Mainly used for the treatment of dysentery, enteritis, diarrhea, sores, eczema, rubella, and food stagnation."
The bark of the fragrant wood (purple oil tree bark) is also used for medicinal purposes. It has a bitter and slightly cold taste. It functions to contract and stop bleeding and is mainly used to treat external bleeding caused by injuries.
