In many people, at least once in their life, a subungual hematoma has formed. There are several reasons that can trigger a bruise. In the event that a person has prolonged and severe pain in the area of the nail, it is important to immediately seek help from a specialist. The doctor will prescribe effective medications that will help improve the patient’s health.
The main causes of bruising
Before carrying out therapy, it is important to undergo a thorough diagnosis in order to identify the cause of the subungual hematoma. In frequent cases, a bruise occurs due to:
- Physical impact. Dark spots under the nail are formed most often if a heavy object fell on a finger or a person pinched it with a phalanx door.
- Rupture of a blood vessel. Hemorrhage under the nail occurs, resulting in a hematoma.
- Wearing uncomfortable shoes. If you choose the wrong shoes, then they will put pressure on the finger, so a bruise under the nail may appear. Before you buy shoes or shoes, you should measure them. It is important to evaluate the convenience of the purchased goods.
- Treatment with drugs that affect blood coagulation.
- The presence of diseases that are associated with the cardiovascular system. Heart failure often provokes a deficiency of oxygen in the body, as a result of which the skin under the nail can change color.
With onychomycosis, the nail often exfoliates. For this reason, it thickens, hurts and itches. Only the doctor can determine the true cause of the appearance of the hematoma, after a thorough examination of the patient.
Treatment methods
The subungual hematoma (ICD-10: S 60.1) is the result of injury to the finger. If after an injury a hematoma appears under the nail, it is urgent to apply ice to the affected area. It is important not to overdo it, since it is possible to provoke hypothermia of the skin. For severe pain, it is recommended to take an anesthetic. In the event that after the impact, the nail has peeled off, it is necessary to treat the place with an antibacterial agent. For this, you can use hydrogen peroxide or "Chlorhexidine." In the event that the bruising is localized under the entire plate, it is important to consult a doctor in order to exclude a fracture or crack on the finger. When a normal subungual hematoma occurs, there is no need to carry out intensive treatment, since such bruises disappear themselves (after a few weeks).
How to speed up the process of nail restoration?
Doctors do not recommend self-medication, as this can provoke the development of complications. To speed up the process of nail restoration, you can perform the following steps:
- Pierce the area of impact and release thickened blood under the nail. It is important to use only a treated needle in order not to introduce the infection into the body. After the procedure, a special wet dressing should be applied to the affected area, which will prevent the penetration of harmful microorganisms into the wound. At home, it is not recommended to use this method of therapy.
- A solution of potassium permanganate will help get rid of the subungual hematoma on the thumb. It is necessary to lubricate the finger with a substance and rinse off after 20 minutes (you can prepare a bath with the addition of a solution). A systematic procedure will ensure the softening of the nail plate, as a result - the hematoma disappears.
- Thanks to the Rutin preparation, the functioning of blood vessels improves. In order for the body to better absorb the medicine, it is recommended to take vitamin C. You can buy the drug in a pharmacy.
- Using Ketorolac, Analgin, or Ibuprofen during therapy, you can get rid of the painful sensations that occur on the first day after an injury.
- Heparin ointment has an antimicrobial effect. It is necessary to apply the product to the affected area (several times a day) until the bruise acquires a pale pink color.
In the event that severe pain is present for a long time and overall health worsens, it is important to consult a doctor immediately, since the subungual hematoma on the toe can indicate the development of a serious pathology.
Hematoma
After an injury, the feet often swell and redden the foot. After a few hours, a hematoma may form, because the vessels under the nail plate are damaged. Medical workers share this process of hematoma formation in several stages:
- first, discomfort occurs after a stroke - numbness and severe pain;
- a pink spot forms under the nail;
- after a while, the pink spot acquires a purple hue;
- soreness dulls a little;
- after a few days, the bruise can decrease and turn blue, pain only occurs during pressure on the hematoma;
- the spot blackens and decreases;
- pain is absent.
After a week, the signs of bruising disappear. The subungual hematoma on the big toe (without punctures) can resolve within a month.
Alternative methods of therapy
You should be aware that any prescription of traditional medicine should be used strictly as prescribed by the doctor, since self-medication can harm. Among the most effective recipes that will help get rid of a hematoma under the nail, there are:
- It is necessary to prepare a compress from the leaves of plantain. To do this, finely chop the plant. With the help of grass, the inflammatory process and puffiness are eliminated.
- Baths with sea salt help bruises dissolve faster (1.5 liters of salt should be taken on 2 liters of water). You can add a couple drops of essential oil. The procedure should be carried out within 20 minutes.
St. John's wort tincture will help eliminate soreness and improve the well-being of the patient. You can buy the product at any pharmacy. The dosage is determined strictly by the doctor (depending on the individual characteristics of the person).
Effective remedy for badiaga
To prepare a mask for the treatment of subungual hematoma, it is necessary to dissolve the dry powder in warm water. Stir the ingredients until a homogeneous slurry is obtained and smear the sore spot. After 30 minutes, rinse with chamomile broth. Make a mask for several days.
Doctors Recommendations
The appearance of a hematoma is easier to prevent than to treat. Therefore, it is important to comply with all the recommendations of a specialist for the prevention of bruises. These include:
- carefully bear the weight;
- wear quality shoes (suitable size);
- eat right (proper nutrition positively affects the functioning of blood vessels).
If the pain is present for a long time, it is important to seek help from medical personnel. It is not recommended to independently pierce the nail plate with a needle, since there is a high risk of infection.
Note to patient
Many people are worried about what complications may arise if a hematoma appears. A bruise under the nail is not a serious pathology, but you should still be extremely careful. It is important not to self-medicate, as this can trigger the occurrence of pathology. As medical practice shows, treatment at home exacerbates the problem. Before using any method of therapy, you should consult your doctor. Alternative methods of treatment have exactly the same strength as medications, so you should responsibly approach therapy.