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Quick natural cures for black eye

How can I get rid of a black-eye quickly?
( 7 Feb 2007)

It is not uncommon to see people sporting a black eye, due to different factors. In most cases, you are likely to get a black eye because of any kind of physical trauma or injury, like a blow to the face and hence, the black eye actually has little to do with the actual eye; instead it is the area surrounding the eye that is actually affected. Looking at a person with a black eye is bound to evoke some amount of sympathy, due to the fact that we all know how painful this affliction can be.

However, there are many people who may seek black eye cure, not because of the pain, but due to the fact that it looks ugly and can be a source of embarrassment. Many women try to cover up the black eye with make up, but most men cringe at the thought of doing so. This is probably why several people of all ages look for information from various sources, on how to heal a black eye quickly.

How to treat a black eye fast?

The black eye treatment that is usually recommended by doctors may include some medication, to prevent inflammation and to dull the pain. Given below are a few more methods on how to treat a black eye:

As soon as you sustain an injury, which is likely to lead to a black eye, try some cold therapy, by pressing an ice pack firmly against the eye. This ice pack needs to be applied to the area surrounding the eye for at least 10 to 15 minutes at a time and then after a 10 minute break, the exercise needs to be repeated at least 3 or 4 times. This practice should be repeated a few times a day.

Strange as this may sound, several doctors recommend orange juice or other sources of Vitamin C, when consulted for ways on how to get rid of a black eye. Vitamin C speeds up the healing process for most ailments, which could also include a black eye.

Black eye treatment with heat therapy is also very effective, especially if it is used along with cold therapy. The most effective way on how to heal a black eye is by using alternate heat and cold therapy.

Avoid anything that can make you sneeze and do not blow your nose for a few days. These factors could aggravate the bruise which in turn could cause the black eye to take longer to heal.

It is possible to alleviate the pain and inflammation using simple over the counter medicines. However, aspirin should be strictly avoided, since it can cause the blood to get thinner. In order to get rid of the black area surrounding the eye, it is important to get the blood to clot faster, so that it does not leak into the surrounding skin tissue.

The black eye remedies mentioned above are fairly safe if they are used correctly. However, it is best for you to check with your doctor and get an approval, before deciding to try any of the methods on how to treat a black eye with home remedies. In case the black eye does not seem to improve even after two weeks of self care, then it is best to consult a doctor and opt for the conventional medical approach for how to treat a black eye. In case there is a suspected fracture, then self help method on how to get rid of a black eye should be strictly avoided or else it could worsen the pain. In case there is any blurriness in vision, bleeding or drainage from the eye then it is important to seek immediate medical attention.

answered by G M on 21 Mar 2011, 1:23:36

Ledum 6C a couple of times a day, alternated with Arnica 6C and an arnica topical cream or gel should be helpful. Ledum is specific for black eyes (and puncture wounds) while Arnica is helpful, in general, for tissue bruising. Also, if it within 12 hours, you may apply ice packs for 10 minutes each hour for at least 3 hours.

answered by Dr K B N on 9 Feb 2007, 1:14:38

Take Vitamin K or alfalfa in tablets helps blood clotting. Take Vitamin C to prevent bruising by thickening the walls of blood vessels. Chinese people use a mixture of 1 part cayenne pepper and 5 parts melted Vaseline, mix and cool, apply once a day.

answered by C S N on 9 Feb 2007, 12:24:53

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