Poultice
Mullein-Lobelia Poultice
A traditional external poultice of mullein and a small amount of lobelia, applied over swollen lymph nodes as a comfort measure, never as a treatment for the underlying infection.
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🌱 What it is
This is a topical paste made from dried mullein leaf and a small portion of lobelia, moistened with hot water and applied on a cloth over swollen glands, strictly for external use.
📜 Where it comes from
This poultice combination comes out of the Thomsonian and American frontier herbal tradition, where mullein leaf was a common soothing wrap for swollen glands and lobelia was used in small external amounts as a relaxant. It was applied over swollen lymph nodes as a comfort measure, alongside whatever medical care was available at the time.
✨ Why it's good for you
- Traditionally used as a soothing external comfort measure over swollen glands
- A gentle warm-poultice tradition alongside medical care
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🥄 How to use it
Mix 3 parts dried mullein with 1 part lobelia and moisten with hot water into a paste. Spread on a cloth and apply over the swollen nodes for 20-30 minutes, once or twice daily, alongside proper medical treatment for the underlying condition.
How much: 3 parts mullein to 1 part lobelia, moistened into a paste, applied externally for 20-30 minutes, once or twice daily.
Why it works: Mullein has a long folk reputation as a soothing wrap for swollen glands, and lobelia in a small external amount was traditionally added as a relaxant; applied over the nodes it is a traditional comfort measure only, not a treatment for the infection itself.
⚠️ Cautions
- Lobelia is potent... use only externally and sparingly, and never internally without expert guidance.
- For external use only; do not apply to broken skin or leave on longer than directed.
- Discontinue if the skin becomes irritated.
- This is supportive comfort only; it does not treat the underlying infection, and swollen lymph nodes from suspected tuberculosis require proper medical diagnosis and treatment.
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