Effects of Huangqi and bear bile on recurrent parotitis in children: a new clinical approach

Autor: Xiao-lei He, Mei-li Huang, Hai-biao Tao, Feng Zhang, Wen-hua Ruan
Rok vydání: 2013
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Zdroj: Journal of Zhejiang University SCIENCE B. 14:253-258
ISSN: 1862-1783
1673-1581
DOI: 10.1631/jzus.b1200072
Popis: Objective: To evaluate the pharmacological effects of traditional Chinese medicine, bear bile capsule and Huangqi granule, on recurrent parotitis in children. Methods: In this prospective, controlled, and randomized study, a total of 151 young children were divided into three groups: Group A included massaging the children’s parotid region and melting vitamin C in their mouth daily; Group B included swallowing bear bile capsule and Huangqi granule daily; and Group C included massages and vitamin C as prescribed in Group A, and traditional Chinese medicine as prescribed in Group B. Children were treated individually for one month and then a follow-up study was conducted for 1 to 3.5 years. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Ridit analysis were employed for statistical analysis. Results: The recurrence rate decreased in every group, but was significantly more in Groups B and C when compared to Group A. The recurrences significantly decreased (P
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