"Asph alt disease" is jokingly called abrasions and bruises resulting from a fall. From hitting a hard surface, hematomas occur, the integrity of the skin is violated. If the marks on the body and on the limbs can be masked with clothes, then the damage on the face is immediately noticeable, and you want to get rid of them as soon as possible.
What should I do first?
"Asph alt disease" may be far from harmless. First of all, you need to make sure that the fall was without fractures. You should try not to make sudden movements as much as possible. It is important to remember that in the first minutes a person may not feel pain from a fracture due to a state of shock.
If the fall on the asph alt was sliding, then most likely the integrity of the bones is not broken, and everything will cost only abrasions. Hitting a hard surface is more dangerous. If after some time there is severe pain and swelling at the site of the bruise, then it is better to go to the emergency room.
Wound washing
If inas a result of "asph alt disease" abrasions were formed, that is, the danger of infection of the wounds. Therefore, damage should be washed with clean water as soon as possible. This must be done very carefully, as any touch on a fresh abrasion is extremely painful.
You need to visually assess the nature of the damage. If the wounds are small, then they can be cured at home. With deep abrasions, it is better to consult a specialist, as there is a serious risk of infection and even blood poisoning.
Disinfection and treatment
The next step in the treatment of "asph alt disease" is to disinfect abrasions. If there is a lot of damage, then it is better to take an anesthetic before the procedure. Treatment of wounds is usually accompanied by a burning sensation.
It is best to treat the damage with hydrogen peroxide first. This tool has not only antiseptic, but also hemostatic properties. The liquid is applied to a cotton swab and gently wiped over the abrasions.
Alcohol-containing solutions can also be used instead of hydrogen peroxide. However, this is undesirable, as they cause severe burning and pain.
Further, the damage should be treated with an aqueous solution of "Chlorhexidine". It is used in the same way as peroxide. This is a good and inexpensive antiseptic, it does not cause unpleasant or painful sensations. You can also use iodine and brilliant green, but these solutions leave marks on the skin, which is undesirable for facial injuries.
If the abrasions from the "asph alt disease" are small, then you can treat withusing Betadine solution. It looks like iodine, but does not cause burning, it can be used for open wounds. The liquid is applied to a swab or using a dispenser that is equipped with a medicine bottle. This procedure is repeated twice a day. "Betadine" dries the wound, and it tightens with a crust.
With large abrasions, it is undesirable to dry the damage. In such cases, it is better to use a healing ointment, for example, Bepanten. Under the layer of cream, new skin will gradually grow, and the wound will heal.
At home, large damage is best kept open and not bandaged. Cover the abrasion with a bandage before going outside. The ointment is applied to a folded piece of bandage or gauze. A bandage is applied on top. You can not use a cotton swab, it will then be very difficult to remove it from the wound. In addition, fibers will get into the abrasion. If the tampon is still dry, it should not be abruptly torn off, this will further injure the skin. Cotton wool or gauze should be soaked with saline. This tool is easy to buy at any pharmacy.
If the damage is extensive and covers a large area of the body, then the person may have a fever. In this case, you should immediately consult a doctor, it is possible that the victim will need to undergo antibiotic therapy.
What ointments and creams can I use?
In case of asph alt disease, in addition to "Bepanten", you can use otherslocal remedies, for example, Solcoseryl or Dexpanthenol. They also have healing properties. These remedies act gently and sparingly, without causing pain. It is not recommended to use ointments with local anesthetics. Thought to relieve pain, they can sting when applied to an open wound.
When the wound heals a little, you can use the Boro Plus cream. It has antiseptic properties and helps to repair the skin.
Facial injuries
How to quickly cure "asph alt disease" on the face? Such damage is especially unpleasant, as it is visible to others. The algorithm of actions is the same as for abrasions on other parts of the body. First, the damage is washed, then disinfected with hydrogen peroxide, Chlorhexidine and Betadine, and then treated with ointments and creams. It is sometimes difficult to put a bandage on the face. To protect the abrasion from infection, you can seal the wound with a bactericidal adhesive plaster.
On the face, it is better to use such wound healing local remedies that contain natural ingredients. These include the "Keeper" and "Rescuer" ointments.
Folk remedies
How to treat "asph alt disease" at home if there are no special creams and ointments in the medicine cabinet? There are traditional medicines that will help you quickly get rid of the consequences of a fall. They are very efficient andefficient. The following recipes are recommended:
- You can make your own ointment. To do this, you will need chopped coniferous needles and butter. The ingredients are mixed and the composition is applied three times a day to the problem area. This recipe is suitable for the treatment of minor scratches. It is not recommended to treat large abrasions with this compound, as particles of needles can get into the wound cavity.
- It is very useful to use aloe juice. This is an excellent bactericidal and wound healing folk remedy. If you mix the juice with petroleum jelly, you get a cream for treating wounds.
- You can prepare a composition of lard, Potentilla grass and beeswax. This will help not only to get rid of abrasions, but also to remove inflammation of the surrounding tissues.
All these methods are suitable not only for the treatment of abrasions on the limbs and body, but also for the treatment of "asph alt disease" on the face. You can also use badger fat. This remedy not only heals wounds, but also rejuvenates the skin.
Many patients are interested in how quickly abrasions heal. This question is difficult to answer. It depends on the area of damage and the ability of the skin to recover. Timely and proper treatment of damage promotes rapid healing.
