Aloe vera is a plant, the extract of which is often used in different herbal medicines, as gel, juice, caps, and other forms.
Internally, it can be ingested as a supplement, however the gel as covered in this article is generally used for skin care (including treatment).
The plant is considered to be native to South Africa, as well as the Mediterranean region.
Aloe vera gel is used by individuals for treatment of a variety of medical conditions.
Please bear in mind that the issues mentioned below have claims related to the usefulness or benefits of the gel, but such usage may or may not be effective.
As with human insight, such claims may or may not be accurate.
Burns and wounds can have aloe vera gel placed on them.
Frostbite is another such condition in which it can be applied to the patient's affected skin.
Additionally, it can be used on simple dry skin, skin inflammation, and a selection of other dermatologic conditions.
Check about the particular condition it is being used against prior to using the gel.
Aloe vera gel can be applied to the affected regions in cases of genital herpes in males.
Human papilloma virus (HPV) patients may also use the gel on locations where warts appear.
Other infections such as skin bacterial infections or skin yeast infections may also lead to opportunities to apply the gel.
In both arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, the painful areas may receive treatments with aloe vera gel.
In cases of trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux), it may also be used on the face for pain relief.
Facial pain unrelated to this condition may also be an option for usage of the gel, though the type and/or cause must be considered.