Ravi Kumar Chittoria , Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery & Telemedicine, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry 605006, India., India
Bharath Prakash Reddy J null Senior Resident, Depatment of Plastic Surgery, India
Barath Kumar Singh P Senior Resident, Depatment of Plastic Surgery,Department of Plastic Surgery & Telemedicine, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry 605006, India., India
Address for correspondence: Ravi Kumar Chittoria, , Professor, Department of Plastic Surgery & Telemedicine, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherry 605006, India., India E-mail: drchittoria@yahoo.com
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Bharath Prakash Reddy J, Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Barath Kumar Singh P. Role of Aloe-vera as a Regenerative Agent. Indian J Ancient Yoga. 2023;16(3):121-123.
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Received : February 06, 2023
Accepted : March 04, 2023
Published : April 30, 2023
Abstract
The perennial Liliaceae plant aloe vera has a number of medical applications. Skin can be healed by aloe vera. Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory,antiviral,antibacterial, antiseptic, and wound healing properties. Aloe vera shields skin and guards against ulcers. Studies on this subject are scarce. Aloe vera is recommended as either a primary or supplementary form of wound care. This narrative review looked at the healing and defense capabilities of aloe vera.
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Bharath Prakash Reddy J, Ravi Kumar Chittoria, Barath Kumar Singh P. Role of Aloe-vera as a Regenerative Agent. Indian J Ancient Yoga. 2023;16(3):121-123.
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