Injury remedies

What do I do to avoid swelling or pain my child bumped his forehead and he has a bump and a little cut
(27 Dec 2007)

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You should attend to your child’s cut immediately as an open wound may get infected. In addition, untreated injuries can become painful sores and would take longer time to heal. Before using any kind of remedy or cream you should always make sure the wound is cleaned properly.

You must clean it at least for a minute or two. You must also ensure that it is a small cut because if it is not, your child will need medical attention.

If the cut is small, you could apply a bandage.

You could also put some tumeric powder on the cut and then put the bandage over. If the cut continues to bleed, apply gentle pressure on it so that the bleeding abates. It is also a good idea to apply ice on the wound once it has stopped bleeding. Applying honey to the wound also keeps it clear from all the germs. Aloe vera is also very useful in healing small cuts. You can use aloe vera gel or cut open an aloe leaf and apply the underside of the leaf on the cut, but be very careful as some parts can cause intense itching. Honey helps kill the bacteria in the wound, making it clean and infection free. You must also cover the wound for the first couple of days so that it will stay clean. You must be careful that it does not dry out. If your child has not had a tetanus injection in the last few years it would be advisable to take it within seventy-two hours.

Swelling after a bump on the head is usually a good sign as that would mean that the fluid is not building up inside the brain. Swelling is usually due to less circulation of blood in the injured area – the more the bump swells, the longer it would take to heal. The swelling usually takes a few days to decrease but you should be keep a check on your child to see if he feels dizzy or is slurring in his speech, as that could be a sign of concussion. A great remedy for reducing swelling is to apply ice or a cold compress for about half an hour and then apply a heat pad to reduce the pain. Alternate this process, till you see a difference. Drinking a lot of water or fluids is also very essential; as it would help keep your child’s body hydrated and also aid in the circulation of blood and oxygen easier and faster.

answered by G M on 7 Oct 2009, 11:15:22

Injury Remedies

The best thing to use in this case is Arnica or Arnica Montana as it is sometimes called. Arnica can be found in pill form or in a tincture. A few drops of the tincture under the tongue or one pill under the tongue should immediately start to relieve the pain and inflammation. After the initial treatment, you can continue to give Arnica ever 4 hours. 10 drops in a cup of water or one pill should be the correct amount. There are lesser side effects to Arnica and it has a pleasant, slightly sweet taste so you should have no problem getting your son to take it. For the cut, a salve made from Goldenseal and Arnica should do the trick.

More traditional treatment methods include ice packs, which have two benefits: the cold reduces the inflammation AND numbs the area which in turn, reduces the pain. This also reduces the swelling.

As with any head injury, it is important to not let your child sleep for the first several hours to make sure there is no concussion. The treatment of Arnica will help eliminate the risk of concussion. I have personally used Arnica with a head injury and I can vouch for its effectiveness!

answered by R P on 11 Jan 2008, 1:06:11

Injury remedies

What do I do to avoid swelling or pain my child bumped his forehead and he has a bump and a little cut (27 Dec 2007)

What do I do to avoid swelling or pain my child bumped his forehead and he has a bump and a little cut
(27 Dec 2007)