"Asphalt disease" is jokingly called abrasions and bruises caused by a fall. From hitting a hard surface, hematomas occur, the integrity of the skin is violated. If traces on the body and on the extremities can be masked with clothing, then damage to the face is immediately noticeable, and you want to get rid of them as soon as possible.
What do you need to do first?
Asphalt disease can be far from harmless. First of all, you need to make sure that the fall did without fractures. If possible, try not to make sudden movements. It is important to remember that in the first minutes a person may not feel pain from a fracture due to a shock condition.
If the fall on the asphalt was sliding, then most likely the integrity of the bones is not broken, and everything will cost only abrasions. Hitting a hard surface is more dangerous. If after some time there is severe pain and swelling at the site of the bruise, then it is better to contact the emergency room.
Wound flushing
If as a result of the "asphalt disease" abrasions are formed, then there is a danger of infection of the wounds. Therefore, damage should be washed as soon as possible with clean water. This should be done very carefully, since any touch of fresh abrasion is extremely painful.
It is necessary to visually assess the nature of the damage. If the wounds are small, then they can be cured at home. With deep abrasions, it is better to consult a specialist, as there is a serious risk of infection and even blood poisoning.
Disinfection and treatment
At the next stage of treatment of "asphalt disease", abrasions need to be disinfected. If there is a lot of damage, then it is better to take an anesthetic before the procedure. Wound healing is usually accompanied by a burning sensation.
It is best to first treat the damage with hydrogen peroxide. This tool has not only antiseptic, but also hemostatic properties. The liquid is applied to a cotton swab and rubbed abrasions carefully.
Instead of hydrogen peroxide, alcohol-containing solutions can also be used. However, this is undesirable, as they cause severe burning and pain.
Further damage should be treated with an aqueous solution of "Chlorhexidine". It is used in the same way as peroxide. This is a good and inexpensive antiseptic, it does not cause unpleasant or painful sensations. You can also use iodine and brilliant green, but these solutions leave marks on the skin, which is undesirable for injuries on the face.
If the abrasions from the "asphalt disease" are small, then it is possible to carry out the treatment using the Betadine solution. It looks like iodine, but does not cause burning, it can be used with open wounds. The liquid is applied to the swab or using a dispenser, which is equipped with a bottle of medicine. This procedure is repeated twice a day. "Betadine" dries the wound, and it is dragged on with a crust.
With large abrasions, drying the damage is undesirable.
At home, large damage is best kept open and not bandaged. Cover the abrasion with a bandage before going out. The ointment is applied to a folded piece of bandage or gauze. Put a bandage on top. You can not use a cotton swab, then it will be very difficult to remove from the wound. In addition, fibers will get into the abrasion. If the tampon is still dried up, it should not be torn off abruptly, it injures the skin even more. Cotton wool or gauze should be soaked with saline. This tool is easy to buy at any pharmacy.
If the lesions are extensive and occupy a large area of the body, then a person may have a fever. In this case, you should immediately consult a doctor, it is possible that the victim will need to undergo antibiotic therapy.
What ointments and creams can I use?
In case of an asphalt disease, in addition to Bepanten, other local agents can be used, for example, Solcoseryl or Dexpanthenol. They also have wound healing properties. These funds act gently and sparingly, without causing pain. It is not recommended to use ointments with local anesthetics. It is believed that they relieve pain, but when applied to an open wound, such remedies can cause a burning sensation.
When the wound is slightly healed, you can use Boro Plus cream. It has antiseptic properties and helps restore skin.
Facial damage
How to quickly cure "asphalt disease" on the face? Such damage is especially unpleasant, as it is visible to others. The algorithm of action is the same as with abrasions on other parts of the body. First, the damage is washed, then disinfected with hydrogen peroxide, Chlorhexidine and Betadine, and then treatment with ointments and creams. It is sometimes difficult to apply a bandage to the face. To protect the abrasion from infection, you can seal the wound with a bactericidal adhesive plaster.
On the face, it is better to use such wound healing local remedies that contain natural ingredients. These include ointments "Guardian" and "Rescuer".
Folk remedies
How to treat "asphalt disease" at home, if there are no special creams and ointments in the medicine cabinet? There are traditional medicine that will help you quickly get rid of the effects of the fall. They are very effective and efficient. The following recipes are recommended:
- You can make the ointment yourself. To do this, you need chopped pine needles and butter. The ingredients are mixed and applied three times a day to the problem area. This recipe is suitable for treating small scratches. It is not recommended to treat large abrasions with this composition, since particles of needles can get into the wound cavity.
- It is very useful to use aloe juice. This is an excellent bactericidal and wound healing folk remedy. If you mix the juice with petroleum jelly, you get a cream for treating wounds.
- You can prepare a composition of pork fat, goose cinquefoil grass and beeswax. This will help not only to get rid of abrasion, but also to remove the inflammation of the surrounding tissues.
All these methods are suitable not only for the treatment of abrasions on the limbs and body, but also for the treatment of "asphalt disease" on the face. Badger fat can also be used. This tool not only heals wounds, but also rejuvenates the skin.
Many patients are interested in how quickly abrasions heal. This question is hard to answer. It depends on the area of damage and the ability of the skin to recover. Timely and proper treatment of damage promotes rapid healing.