2007-01-15 09:14:51 · 4 answers · asked by time will tell 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ First Aid
Witch hazel is good for bringing down bruising.....so is comfrey.
2007-01-15 09:22:32 · answer #1 · answered by Lynne 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ice.
When injured, the victim normally feels some pain, although it may not be sharp and may even go unnoticed. The flesh quickly becomes red, tender, and swollen (this, like other effects, varies with the intensity of the bruising). Repeated impacts aggravate the bruising. Over the course of a day, blood seeps into the surrounding tissue while the capillaries are being repaired. The bruise gradually darkens. Over the course of a week or two, the bruise darkens to a livid red, then fades to purple, black, or blue, eventually fading to yellow and disappearing as healing progresses. Normal, light bruises heal completely in a week or two; more severe or deeper bruises may take longer. The striking colors of a bruise are due to hemoglobin and its breakdown products, bilirubin and biliverdin.
The treatment for light bruises is minimal. If swelling is severe, it might be reduced by applying ice or by elevating the affected area. Rest and avoiding re-injury is essential to quick recover; gentle massage of the area may relieve pain and encourage blood flow, though this should not occur if the massage is painful.
Tylenol (acetaminophen), Motrin/Advil (ibuprofen) or Aleve (naproxen) may be taked to relieve pain.
Hope this helps.
Rick the Pharmacist
2007-01-15 09:25:16 · answer #2 · answered by Rickydotcom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just ice
2007-01-15 09:22:20 · answer #3 · answered by LittleFreedom 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you got in a fight with an angry chimp...
2007-01-15 09:22:14 · answer #4 · answered by dukezone9 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋