Can Geranium herb treat sores and ulcers?

Geranium can be used to treat ulcers and sores, but should be used under the guidance of a doctor, and special attention should be paid to conditions such as skin damage and allergies. If any adverse reactions occur, prompt medical attention is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:

Geranium has the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, and can be used to treat ulcers, abscesses, and similar conditions. It has a bitter and pungent taste, a neutral nature, and acts on the liver, kidney, and spleen meridians. It can dry dampness, clear heat, and detoxify, and has a certain therapeutic effect on symptoms such as ulcerative swelling and toxicity caused by heat toxicity. Therefore, during the early stages of ulcers when symptoms such as redness, swelling, heat, and pain appear, geranium can serve as an auxiliary treatment herbal medicine.

If the skin over the ulcer is damaged, ulcerated, or has deep wounds, using geranium may irritate the wound, cause pain, or worsen the infection. In such cases, direct external application of geranium should be avoided. Some patients may be allergic to certain components in geranium, and may experience allergic reactions such as redness, itching, or rash after use. These patients should discontinue use of geranium. In addition, special populations such as pregnant women, nursing mothers, children, and elderly patients should consult a physician before using geranium to ensure safe medication use.

It is also important to keep the affected area clean and dry to avoid infection from contact with water.