Abrasions
A superficial damage caused to your skin
as a wound or injury which has an impact
on the top most skin layer is known as
Abrasion, in the field of medicine.
But you will have to remember that
Abrasion and laceration are not same,
the former is less severe in nature
resulting from scraping of the epidermis
while the later one usually includes a
sharp object. Abrasions can be easily
healed with the help of certain home
remedies.
Home Remedies For
Abrasions
1. Aloe Vera
After removing the thorns and the outer
skin of the Aloe Vera leaves extract the
gel. This gel should be applied on the
abrasion thrice a day. After applying it, let
it stay on the skin.
2. Turmeric
Turmeric is known to be an effective
antiseptic. Take half teaspoon of
turmeric powder, adda little water
and mix it well to make a paste. After
cleaning the abrasion with cotton apply
the paste on it thrice a day. Leave it to
dry and don't cover the wound.
3. Sage or Germanium Tea
For effective result in curing skin
abrasion, dock leaves can be used as
lotion. You can also apply tea made from
sage or geranium leaves on the affected
area.
4. Lavender Oil
Lavender oil disinfects the injury as
well as helps in faster recovery. Three
to five lavender drops oil can be added
to Thyme tea. Apply this mixture at
least twice a day. Other herbs such as a
salve made of some tea tree along with
comfrey are great at treating abrasions.
5. Vinegar
One tablespoon of Vinegar missed with
three tablespoons of warm water can be
dabbed on the abrasion several times
a day as Vinegar is a natural astringent.
This process helps keep the abrasion
clean.
6. Crushed Marigold Flowers
Marigold flower is known to have
antibacterial properties in it which
helps to heal the wound faster. Crushed
Marigold flowers can be applied on the
affected area to acquire faster healing.
Other Treatments
Always remember before treating
the abrasion always wash the wound
properly. In order to clean it, you must
wash the affected area with some cool
fresh water and an antibacterial soap.
This process may leave a bit burning or
stinging sensation but that shouldn"t
make you skip the process, it is very
important to wash it in order to avoid
infection.
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