Medical Folk Remedy: Two Cases of Garlic Burns

J Burn Care Res. 2019 Jan 1;40(1):133-135. doi: 10.1093/jbcr/irx042.

Abstract

Over the years, many cultures have used herbs for serious health problems. Garlic (Allium sativum) pose hypocholesterolemic, fibrinolytic, antidiabetic, and antibiotic actions. However, it has unusual adverse effects such as chemical burns and contact dermatitis when used topically. In this case report, the authors present two cases of topical garlic burn caused after the use of crushed garlic with a bandage for pain relief due to arthritis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Back Injuries / chemically induced*
  • Back Injuries / therapy
  • Burns, Chemical / etiology*
  • Burns, Chemical / therapy
  • Female
  • Garlic / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Knee Injuries / chemically induced*
  • Knee Injuries / therapy
  • Male
  • Medicine, Traditional / adverse effects*
  • Middle Aged
  • Pain Management / adverse effects*