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I have a swollen eye from DirtBike Wreck, What Can I do to stop the swelling today? |
I was riding my dirt bike yesturday when I jumped a hill lost control and my eye hit part of the bike and today its swollen and black. I have to go to a party but I dont want my eye to look like this... what in the world can I do to stop the swelling and blackness? ice will slow the fluid rushing to the area (the swelling) you can wear goggles and your helmet to the party. Find a pirate patch and cover your eye with it. If asked, tell the person the other guy got it worse. Take the recommended dose of Tylenol and Ice it use ice & makeup!! There are a number of treatments for bruising, some conventional, some natural. This article will focus on natural methods of treating bruises. There are a number of ways to treat bruising including taking citrus bioflavonoids, OPCs, bilberry, and Vitamin C. You can also take a combination of two proteolytic enzymes, trypsin and chymotrypsin or a topical preparation of escin (an extract of horse chestnut). Bioflavonoids (or flavonoids) are plant substances that bring color to many fruits and vegetables. Citrus fruits are a rich source of bioflavonoids, including diosmin, hesperidin, rutin, and naringen. Recent studies have found that these bioflavonoids may help decrease bruising. Two types of natural compounds related to bioflavonoids, OPCs (oligomeric proanthocyanidins) and anthocyanosides have also been known to help decrease bruising. Anthocyanosides, which are present in high concentrations in bilberry, may also strengthen capillaries through their effects on collagen. Bilberry As mentioned above bilberry is used as a healing substance. What is bilberry? Bilberry is closely related to blueberry, cranberry, and huckleberry. Its meat is creamy white instead of purple, but it is traditionally used, like blueberries, in the preparation of jams, pies, cobblers, and cakes. Recently, bilberry was used to help British Royal Air Force pilots during WWII. They reported that a large dose of bilberry jam just prior to flying improved their night vision. Research uncovered true findings about bilberry and showed it contains biologically active substances known as anthocyanosides. According the research, anthocyanosides may help the retina, strengthen the walls of blood vessels, help reduce inflammation, and stabilize tissues containing collagen (such as tendons, ligaments, and cartilage). Vitamin C Vitamin C is essential for healthy collagen; severe Vitamin C deficiency, called scurvy, can lead to easy bruising. A 2-month study showed that people who took Vitamin C supplements decreased their tendency to bruise. If your diet is low in fresh fruits and vegetables, you may wish to supplement it with Vitamin C given daily for 2 months. Trypsin and Chymotrypsin Trypsin and chymotrypsin, naturally produced in the body to help digest protein, are often called proteolytic enzymes. (Bromelain, discussed below, is a proteolytic enzyme from a plant source.) According to studies, trypsin and chymotrypsin reduce swelling by breaking down protein fibers that trap fluids in the tissues after an injury, thereby restoring normal circulation in the area. According to this study, treatment with proteolytic enzymes significantly speeded healing of bruises and other mild athletic injuries. Escin An extract of horse chestnut called escin may also help with bruising. Horse chestnut has been traditionally used to treat varicose veins and other problems involving blood vessels and swelling. One study concluded that about 10 g of 2% escin gel, applied externally to bruises in a single dose 5 minutes after they were induced, reduced bruise tenderness. Bromelain Like trypsin and chymotrypsin, bromelain is thought to decrease bruising by breaking down proteins that trap fluids in the tissues after an injury, and it is sometimes used in Europe to speed recovery from injuries. Bromelain has been found to help bruising in many people. In one study, many athletics, including many boxers with bruises on their faces and upper bodies were given bromelain until all signs of bruising had disappeared. Another study also found that bromelain reduced swelling, pain at rest, and tenderness among patients with blunt injuries, including bruising. Other Herbs The herbs comfrey, arnica, and sweet clover are widely used externally on bruises and other minor injuries. Other Natural Suggestions: Homeopathic Arnica - Use a 30C potency four times daily for five days. Specific remedy for healing bruises and soft tissue injuries. Take as soon as possible after injury. Arnica Oil - Apply topically over the are of the bruise two times daily. Do not use on broken skin. Vitamin K - Take 2 mg. daily for two weeks for an acute bruice and 500 mg to prevent brusing. Put a metal spoon in the freezer........then press it on the swollen area. Hurts but I promise it works |
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