Herpes Simplex
An acute viral disease characterized by groups of vesicles or small blisters, commonly recurrent on the mouth, lips, face, or genitals.
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Pound or finely grind approximately 10 Singkamas seeds.
Boil the ground seeds in 2 tablespoons of cooking oil for 5 minutes.
🌱 Carefully strain and apply the resulting oil onto the lesions, **3 times a day**.
Possible allergic reactions in rare cases.
Always **consult your healthcare provider before use**, especially due to the toxic nature of the plant's parts.
Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women without medical advice.
**CRITICAL WARNING:** Some parts of the plant, especially the **seeds**, contain **rotenone**, a highly toxic compound.
**Exercise extreme caution and do not ingest the seeds or any other part of the plant** without proper medical supervision.
The **treatment process described is for topical use only** (applied to the skin/lesions).
- Singkamas is commonly cultivated in **farms and gardens** for its edible root crop. The root crop is also readily available in **local markets** as a sweet, crunchy vegetable.
- Classification: Exotic