You always want to look great, and everyone strives for this. But such a "nuisance" as a hematoma on the lip can ruin all the beauty. A person experiences discomfort, not to mention the painful sensations at the site of the appearance of the bruise.
Causes
A pathology is formed in the area where the integrity of the vessels is violated and blood gets under the skin. The causes of damage are as follows:
- mechanical effect - a bruise appears after: shock, fall, bruise, biting;
- physiology - malocclusion;
- use of antiplatelet drugs (aspirin);
- tattoo, filler. The second is lip augmentation. Hyaluronic acid squeezes and breaks the capillaries;
- dental procedures;
- face surgery;
- lack of vitamin C in the body;
- blood diseases;
- increased fragility of blood vessels ;
- benign and malignant tumors;
- passionate kisses.
All these factors can cause a hematoma on the lip. The photo shows how it looks.
First aid
Measures taken in time will help to avoid negative consequences. That's why you should not lose precious minutes. The sooner help is provided, the faster you will get rid of the “trouble”.
To do everything right, adhere to the following rules:
- Cold stops bleeding. The less blood gets under the skin, the smaller the hematoma on the lip.
Immediately after a bruise or other mechanical impact, apply something cold (ice or a product from the freezer) to the damaged area, first wrapping it with a cloth.
Keep the chill for no more than five minutes. Take a break and repeat the manipulation. Otherwise, you may get frostbite. Repeat the procedure for forty minutes.
Remember, it is impossible to remove the bruise quickly. But a cloth dampened with cold water will speed up the healing process.
Another very effective way is a compress: a glass of vodka, vinegar and a small spoon of salt.
Help from the pharmacy
To remove the hematoma on the lip will help drugs purchased at the pharmacy. Their production is based on natural components: essential oils, beekeeping products, vitamin complexes and so on. All of them have no side effects, they will not be harmful to health, but before giving preference to one of them, still consult with your doctor. Only then can treatment be started.
And yet - there is one limitation. It is forbidden to use medicines on the mucous membrane of the lips. The reason is that some substances contained in the preparation should not enter the body.
Zelenka and iodine can not be used to get rid of a hematoma. There is a risk of burns. Yes, and it is unlikely in this case they will help you.
More About Medicines
So that you are more or less aware of what to use for the treatment of hematomas on the lip, we offer a description of some drugs:
- "Liogel" - an anti-inflammatory drug, relieves swelling and removes a subcutaneous bruise. It is forbidden to use the drug for bleeding and suppuration of the lips.
- Comfrey Ointment. Can be used by everyone. There is one contraindication - you can not lubricate an open wound.
- "Troxevasin" - is used only three days after the damage. Quickly eliminates bruising.
- "Rescuer" - this tool has long been known. It is used quite often with a hematoma on the lip after an impact. It is an analgesic, absorbable, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.
Before using the product, do an allergy test. Apply ointment to the forearm, rub and wait twenty minutes. If everything is normal, you can use the medicine.
Folk methods
Do not neglect traditional medicine in the treatment of hematoma on the lip. A few tools that will help alleviate the condition and reduce the period of "decoration" bruise.
- Aloe - reduces or removes edema, relieves pain, accelerates healing. Cut the sheet in half, apply to the damaged area. The procedure is repeated several times.
- Wormwood grass - apply to a bruise. A very effective remedy, although the smell is unpleasant.
- Plantain leaf - will relieve pain and inflammation. The plant is cut into small pieces, superimposed on a bruise.
- The banana peel will remove the hematoma in a couple of days. She keeps on the affected area for half an hour. The procedure is carried out five times a day.
- Starch, diluted in water (one to one), will help get rid of the "trouble".
- Bodyagi. The powder dissolves in water, is applied to the wound, like a compress. Thanks to this tool, the tumor will quickly disappear.
Urgently to the doctor
Hematoma on the lip responds well to treatment at home, the main thing is not to ignore the pathology. But there are times when you can not do without consulting a specialist:
- a large number of smudges, and they are extensive;
- sudden appearance of a bruise;
- local therapy does not help;
- the spot does not disappear after a week and a half;
- the bruise becomes larger, goes to other areas;
- bruising constantly and severely hurts;
- swelling and redness appear;
- the presence of a wound.
In all of the above cases, you can’t do without the help of a doctor. If you start the pathology, serious problems can arise.
If a hematoma appears on the lip of a child, it is best to immediately contact a pediatrician. He will be able to determine the severity of the problem and, if necessary, prescribe a drug. The first help you can give your baby is to cut the potatoes, apply to the stain and hold for a couple of minutes. Repeat the procedure several times a day. If it does not help, urgently see a doctor.
Supplement to treatment
Sometimes it is impossible to do without complex treatment. It includes not only drugs from the pharmacy, traditional medicine, but also nutrition. Do not forget about the latter. If a hematoma of the upper lip or lower appears too often from any touch, then it is worth thinking about strengthening the blood vessels. This can be done using foods high in vitamins C and E.
Vitamin C is a lot in citrus fruits. This substance increases the elasticity of blood vessels, significantly speeds up the healing process.
Vitamin E is found in sunflower, peanut, and soybean oil. Rich in this component, fish oil, eggs and many nuts. It makes the walls of the capillaries stronger, improves blood circulation, promotes wound healing.
Do not hope that only with the help of vitamins you can get rid of a bruise. They are useful, but will help if the hematoma is small. In other cases, these components are in addition to the main treatment.
A couple more tips
It is possible and possible to treat a bruise, but it all depends on the place of its localization. If the hematoma is clearly visible, a healing cream or ointment will help get rid of it. We are talking about the "Lyoton", "Sinyakoff."
If a bruise appears on the mucosa, then it is not recommended to use the above drugs. This will not only not help, but can also harm the body.
Do not remove the hematoma on the lip using an iodine grid. This method can cause a burn and only worsen the situation.
The wound that appeared on the lip usually does not pose a health hazard, but spoils the appearance. One cannot disagree with this, but still the situations are different. You can get rid of a bruise within ten days. If the hematoma has not disappeared during this period, you should consult your doctor. Remember that you can get rid of the hematoma faster with the help of drugs and traditional medicine. Not only will a bruise beautify you for a long time, it can still be a big problem.
In order for such a nuisance as a hematoma not to overtake you, take care of yourself, especially with regard to the procedure - lip augmentation. Contact only clinics where highly qualified specialists work.
Prevention of the problem is the elimination of risks. Avoid injuries, “feed” your body with vitamins, be careful and follow safety precautions.
Following these recommendations, you will at least try to avoid the appearance of a hematoma on the lip.