{"id":113446,"date":"2021-11-30T13:00:59","date_gmt":"2021-11-30T07:30:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/?p=113446"},"modified":"2021-11-29T19:10:59","modified_gmt":"2021-11-29T13:40:59","slug":"how-to-heal-a-wound-quickly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapsofindia.com\/my-india\/health\/how-to-heal-a-wound-quickly","title":{"rendered":"How to heal a wound quickly?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A wound can leave the body\u2019s internal tissues open to the external environment. Cut, blows, or other impacts are some of its causes. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A person can treat minor wounds on their own. However, one should only seek medical help if they see a more severe injury involving broken bones or heavy bleeding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A person who suffers from an open wound can follow the below steps :<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Carefully wash the hands with liquid Dettol soap and clean water.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Immediately remove the jewellery and cloth from around the injured area and apply some pressure to stop the wound&#8217;s bleeding.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Clean the wound with water and a saline solution. Once the bleeding has stopped, examine it for foreign dirt and objects.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apply antibiotic cream to the wound to prevent the injury from infection.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Dry the wound with a clean cloth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Apply the bandage over the wound.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here is a list of some of the best remedies that people can try to make wounds heal faster:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u2022Antibacterial ointment<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A person can treat a wound with various kinds of antibacterial ointments that can help to prevent your wound from infections. In addition, ointments can heal a wound very quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Many people often use antibacterial creams for minor wounds; one may use petroleum jelly because the jelly acts as a barrier that can help to protect the wound beyond a waterproof bandage.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Aloe vera<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Aloe vera is a plant that hails from the family of the king of thorns known as cactus, which contains a substance with rich content of vitamins and minerals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Aloe vera contains\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">glucomannan<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, a substance that helps in the regeneration of cellular compounds that causes the body to make collagen. Glucomannan is a substance that promotes wound healing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A thin layer of aloe vera gel can be applied to the wound area, and one can also dress the wound in a bandage soaked in aloe vera gel because it promotes healing.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Honey<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Honey has numerous antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties that can heal a wound very fast.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Turmeric paste<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Turmeric is a spice that comes from the plant of turmeric. Turmeric is famously known for its compounds like Curcumin, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These properties help to increase the production of collagen at the wound site. In addition, Curcumin divides the fibroblasts into myofibroblasts, which helps in the healing process and makes the wound heal more quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mix turmeric with warm water to make a thick paste. The paste can be applied to the wound covered with a clean bandage.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Coconut oil<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It contains a substance called monolaurin, which is a fatty acid and contains antimicrobial properties. Fatty acids found in vegetable oils play an essential part in healing wounds. For example, coconut oil can be used on an injury which helps to reduce the risk of contracting an infection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When to contact a doctor?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A person can treat minor wounds at their home. However, in some instances, the wounds need some medical attention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">One should contact a health professional if they suffer from the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A wound with large, deep, or jagged edges can later require immediate stitches and cleaning.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A wound that will not stay closed can catch infections that can later cause harm to the skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A wound can leave the body\u2019s internal tissues open to the external environment. Cut, blows, or other impacts are some of its causes. A person can treat minor wounds on their own. However, one should only seek medical help if they see a more severe injury involving broken bones or heavy bleeding. 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