Butcher's Broom Reduces Pain and Swelling of Lymphedema

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Lymphedema: Butcher's Broom JoAnn Guest Nov 26, 2004 15:07 PST

 

Butcher's Broom, Reduces Pain and Swelling of Lymphedema

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Q. I had to have a total mastectomy as part of my treatment for breast

cancer. Because I lost the function of my lymph nodes, there is a

blockage of lymph flow leading to a condition of lymphedema.

 

I receive physical therapy (manual draining) to promote lymph flow and

reduce the swelling, but I was wondering if there are any natural

medicines that could help?

 

 

A.

Yes there is something that can help - an extract of butcher's broom

(Ruscus aculeatus). This subshrub of the lily family that grows in the

Mediterranean region has been shown to be helpful in post-mastectomy

lymphedema.

 

In addition to this application, butcher's broom extracts are used

extensively, both internally and externally, in Europe in the treatment

of varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

 

The active ingredients in butcher's broom are ruscogenins.

 

These compounds have demonstrated a wide range of pharmacological

actions, including anti-inflammatory and vasotonic effects.

 

The dosage for standardized butcher's broom extract (9-11% ruscogenin

content) is 100 mg three times daily.

No significant side effects have been reported. Combined with the

physical therapy treatment you are receiving, you should see significant

reduction in the swelling and pain.

 

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