Sweet relief? honey studied for neck abscess healing

NCT ID NCT06562257

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study tested whether adding honey to standard wound care helps people with deep neck abscesses heal better. Thirty-six adults received either honey or a standard antiseptic solution on their wounds. Researchers measured wound size, infection levels, and healing markers to see if honey could be a cheaper, effective option.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Honey (Nusantara Honey)

What this could lead to

If honey proves effective, it could offer a low-cost, natural option to improve healing of deep neck abscesses.

What could go wrong

This is a small, single-blind trial with only 36 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and honey is used as an add-on, not a replacement for standard care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dr. Sardjito General Hospital

    Yogyakarta, D.I Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia