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Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a large polysaccharide that is found naturally throughout the body and in high concentrations in the skin, the joint fluid, and the eye. It plays a role in many important bodily functions, including wound healing, joint lubrication and ovulation. As a supplement, it is most frequently used for joint health, to treat dry eyes, and in anti-aging products for the skin.

Quick Answer

What it is

Hyaluronic acid (HA) is a large polysaccharide that is found naturally throughout the body and in high concentrations in the skin, the joint fluid, and the eye. It plays a role in many important bodily functions, including wound healing, joint lubrication and ovulation.

Key findings

  • Grade B: Dry Eye Symptoms (Dry Eye)
  • Grade B: Dermatitis Severity (Dermatitis)
  • Grade N/A: Mucositis Symptoms (Dermatitis)

Safety

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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Hyaluronic Acid

Quick Facts: Hyaluronic Acid

  • Best Evidence:Grade B
  • Conditions Studied:3
  • Research Outcomes:5
  • Grade B Findings:3
  • Key Effect:Dry Eye
Outcomes by grade:
A0
B3
C0
D0
3 conditions · 5 outcomes

Detailed Outcomes

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B
Dry Eye Symptoms
Small Improvement
small↓Improves
B
Dermatitis Severity
Moderate Improvement
moderate↓Improves
?
Mucositis Symptoms
2 studies
↓Improves
B
Dermatitis Severity
Moderate Improvement
moderate↓Improves
?
Mucositis Symptoms
2 studies
↓Improves

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