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Area of Science:

  • Integrative Medicine
  • Dermatology
  • Hepatology

Background:

  • Aromatherapy, rooted in ancient practices, utilizes essential oils to interact with skin receptors.
  • It has demonstrated potential in enhancing both physical and psychosocial well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the efficacy of aromatherapy massage in alleviating itching.
  • To assess the impact of aromatherapy massage on skin pH in liver disease patients.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial was conducted between February 2020 and May 2021.
  • Participants were allocated to aromatherapy (n=11), placebo (n=12), or control (n=13) groups.
  • The 5-D Itch Scale and questionnaires were used for data collection; the aromatherapy group received six 15-minute sessions.

Main Results:

  • Aromatherapy massage led to a statistically significant reduction in itching scores compared to placebo and control groups (p=0.000).
  • The mean itching score post-intervention was lowest in the aromatherapy group (10.34 ± 0.92).

Conclusions:

  • Aromatherapy massage is a recommended nursing intervention for managing itching in liver disease patients.
  • This approach offers a valuable complementary therapy for improving patient comfort and quality of life.