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wound healing
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fresh leaf poultice
Bruises, bruises easily
Etiologic and other factors for easy bruising:
- Medical Conditions:
- Bleeding disorders: Hemophilia, Von Willebrand disease.
- Platelet issues: Low platelet count (thrombocytopenia).
- Liver disease: Impaired clotting factor production.
- Vitamin deficiencies: Lack of vitamin C (scurvy) or vitamin K.
- Connective tissue disorders: Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.
- Medications:
- Blood thinners (e.g., warfarin, aspirin).
- Corticosteroids (weaken blood vessels).
- Certain supplements (e.g., fish oil, ginkgo).
- Aging: Thinning skin and weakened blood vessels.
- Lifestyle factors: Alcohol abuse, strenuous exercise, or trauma.
When to seek professional help:
- Unexplained, frequent, or large bruises.
- Bruising accompanied by severe pain, swelling, or a lump.
- Bleeding gums, frequent nosebleeds, or blood in urine/stool.
- Bruising with fever or unexplained fatigue.
- Family history of bleeding disorders.
- Bruises without known injury or in unusual places (e.g., torso, back, face).
Treatment Plan for Bruises, bruises easily
When to treat at home with herbs:
- Minor, isolated bruises from known injuries can be treated with:
- Arnica (Arnica spp.): Reduces swelling and promotes healing.
- Comfrey (Symphytum officinalis): Applied topically to aid tissue repair.
- Turmeric (Curcuma longa): Reduces inflammation when consumed or applied.
- Bromelain: Taken orally to minimize swelling.
Herbal Cautions:
- Avoid herbs if you’re on blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder.
- Discontinue use and consult a doctor if bruising worsens or persists.
“Easy bruising is often a result of weakened blood vessels. This can often be remedied with an increase in some important nutrients, such as vitamin E and vitamin C. Herbs that are rich in bioflavonoids are also helpful. Horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum), which has a tonifying effect on the venous system, is also effective. Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is especially useful, and studies show that it can help prevent abnormal or excessive leaking from the vessels. Herbs such as nettle (Urtica dioica) herb that contain choline can help enhance vessel tone.”
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Herbal Remedies for Bruises, bruises easily
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Treatment Support
Application
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Treatment Support
blood vessel protectant
Application
tincture, tablet
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Treatment Support
blood vessel strengthener
Application
tincture, tablet, tea, capsule
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Treatment Support
vein tonic
Application
tincture
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The information given here is designed to help you make informed choices about your health. The information is drawn from numerous sources—both traditional medicine practice, from the clinical experience of many herbalists currently practicing, and supported by decades of scientific research from the author. The research most consulted includes human clinical trials that help to determine the most effective and safe herbs for various needs, the best doses, and types of preparations.
The information offered in this database is not intended as a substitute for any that may have been prescribed by your health practitioner or physician.
