Hematoma treatment

Treatment of hematoma may vary depending on the type of hemorrhage, location, clinical signs and associated symptoms.

In case of intracranial hematomas, treatment is carried out only under the supervision of a doctor. Also, immediate medical attention is required if the hematoma is large, progresses, swells, causes intense pain, and is accompanied by an increase in body temperature. The danger with such symptoms lies in the threat of tissue infection and the development of a purulent process. If necessary, such hematomas are treated surgically.

Conservative methods of getting rid of hematomas in the absence of the above-mentioned unfavorable symptoms consist of treating the damaged area with cold (for example, by applying ice to the hematoma site for a while), as well as absorbable ointments and gels. The choice of ointments and gels for eliminating hematomas is quite large, such products can be found in any pharmacy (Dolobene, Lioton, Spasov, Troxevasin, etc.).

Treatment of hematoma on the leg

Treatment of a hematoma on the leg, depending on the nature of the formation and accompanying symptoms, can be either conservative or surgical. In this case, surgical intervention is usually required in cases where the hematoma occupies a large area, hardens, swells and increases in size. The patient may also be bothered by an increase in temperature and severe pain. In such cases, there is a risk of tissue infection and the formation of a purulent process. If the above symptoms occur, you should immediately contact a surgeon.

If the hematoma on the leg is small in size, does not progress and does not cause much concern, treatment may consist of treating the damaged area with an absorbable ointment, potato starch or a solution of dimexide.

First aid after receiving an injury and the formation of a hematoma consists of treating the damaged area with cold, for example, with ice cubes. This procedure should be done as soon as possible after the hematoma occurs, leaving the ice for fifteen to twenty minutes, after which you need to take a short break and do the procedure again. Then the damaged area is treated with an ointment two or three times a day, for example, troxevasin or lyoton, rubbing the required amount of the substance into the place where the hematoma formed.

Treatment of hematoma on the hand

Treatment of a hematoma on the arm with minor damage consists of treating the affected area with ointments and gels to relieve swelling, pain and inflammation (lyoton, dolobene, indovazin, venoruton). In the first day after the hematoma has formed, ice or another cold object should be applied to it. This will reduce pain and speed up the process of its resorption. This procedure should be repeated three times a day for approximately twenty minutes.

In the first few days after the hematoma has appeared, it is necessary to avoid thermal procedures, do not take a hot bath. To reduce swelling, a tight bandage can be applied to the site of the hematoma.

In case of large hematomas, as well as the occurrence of concomitant adverse symptoms, such as severe swelling and pain, fever, suppuration, you should consult a doctor.

In severe cases, hematoma treatment is performed surgically.

Treatment of brain hematoma

Treatment of a brain hematoma depends on the size of the formation, the severity of accompanying symptoms, the results of magnetic resonance or computed tomography, and the general well-being of the patient.

In case of small hematomas, surgical intervention may not be required; the patient is prescribed only diuretics and corticosteroids under further medical supervision in order to promptly detect an unfavorable course of the disease.

During surgery, it is possible to pump out the contents of the hematoma if the blood does not clot and accumulates in one place.

Large brain hematomas are removed by craniotomy.

Timely diagnosis and treatment of brain hematoma can prevent further development of negative consequences, such as damage to the nervous system and brain functions.

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Treatment of subcutaneous hematoma

Treatment of a mild subcutaneous hematoma consists of treating the affected area with cold, for example, ice cubes, immediately after the injury. As a rule, such hematomas are not dangerous and resolve on their own within a few days. To speed up the process of hematoma resorption, you can use "Rescuer" or an ointment containing bodyagi or arnica, applying the medicine to the affected area with light rubbing movements.

Treatment of a moderate subcutaneous hematoma first requires applying a tight bandage to the damaged area. Subsequently, the hematoma can be treated with absorbable creams and ointments - ointment with bodyaga, arnica, dolobene-gel, lyoton-gel, indovazin, etc.

Symptoms such as large hematoma volume, swelling and severe pain can lead to more serious consequences and require immediate medical attention.

Treatment of subungual hematoma

Treatment of a subungual hematoma at the initial stage consists of treating the injured finger with an ice pack or ice cubes. If the injury is extensive, seek medical help. If measures such as nail removal were subsequently taken, or the nail was torn off due to injury, the affected area should be washed twice a day with water and antibacterial soap, after which it is necessary to lubricate the wound with an ointment containing antibiotics and apply a sterile bandage.

When draining a hematoma, the patient is given an injection of an anesthetic substance, after which the blood is pumped out.

Severe pain associated with the formation of a subungual hematoma may indicate a bone fracture or other serious injury that requires immediate surgical attention.

Treatment of chronic hematoma

An old hematoma, as well as a recently formed one, can lead to tissue infection and the formation of a purulent process, therefore, to prevent the development of complications, treatment of an old hematoma should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor. Often, when treating an old hematoma, surgical intervention is performed.

Treatment of breast hematoma

Localization of a hematoma in the chest area can pose a serious danger due to the immediate proximity of vital organs. If you receive a chest injury and a hematoma forms, you should immediately seek help from a doctor. Treatment of a chest hematoma depends on the severity of the injury and the severity of accompanying symptoms. First of all, it is necessary to conduct a diagnostic examination and make sure that there is no damage to internal organs and bones.

For minor injuries, to provide first aid to the patient, ice should be applied to the affected area for fifteen to twenty minutes. Subsequently, to speed up the resorption of the hematoma, the bruise site is treated several times a day with an ointment specially designed for this purpose, after consulting with a doctor and making sure there are no contraindications.

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Treatment of hematoma after surgery

For various reasons, hematomas of various nature and size may occur as a result of surgical intervention. Treatment of hematoma after surgery should be carried out only under strict medical supervision. In such cases, repeated surgical intervention may be required to remove the contents of the hematoma.

If the formation is small, the doctor may prescribe heparin-containing anti-inflammatory gels or ointments. Such products are applied to the site of the hematoma several times a day until the formation is completely eliminated.

Depending on the indications, the patient may be prescribed physiotherapy procedures a few days after the operation.

Treatment of hematoma after a bruise

Treatment of a hematoma after a bruise depends on the nature of the injury and the extent of the formation.

If the hematoma is small and does not cause severe pain, is not accompanied by swelling, fever or other adverse symptoms, treatment may consist of using absorbable ointments and applying ice or another cold object to the affected area in the first few hours after the injury. Ice should be kept on the skin surface for no more than fifteen to twenty minutes to prevent tissue frostbite.

In case of severe pain, severe swelling at the site of hematoma formation, as well as its progression, you should immediately seek medical help. If necessary, hematoma treatment after a bruise is carried out surgically by removing its contents.

Treatment of breast hematoma

Treatment of a mammary gland hematoma should begin with a general examination and study of the patient's medical history in order to find out whether the woman has had previous cases of mammary gland disease, in particular, the development of tumor-like formations. Then an ultrasound examination and mammography are prescribed.

Based on the test results, with clear visualization of the hematoma, the doctor selects an individual treatment plan taking into account all the data obtained. In case of very large sizes of the formation, the hematoma is removed by the method of sectoral resection.

Treatment of hematoma after injection

In most cases, a post-injection hematoma does not pose a threat to the patient’s health and resolves on its own within a few days after the injection.

However, in cases where the injection results in rapid intense pain, swelling and edema that increases in size, redness of the skin, treatment of a hematoma after an injection should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor, since these symptoms can cause the development of a purulent process and other complications.

If the pain is moderate and the swelling does not progress, the following methods can be used to treat the hematoma after the injection:

• Apply a mesh to the surface of the resulting hematoma using iodine and a cotton swab. This procedure should be done three to four times a day in the absence of an allergic reaction to iodine.
• Take a cabbage leaf and soften it until juice appears. Lubricate the surface of the leaf with honey and apply it to the place where the hematoma formed for eight to ten hours, fixing it with a bandage.
• Lubricate the damaged area with arnica or bodyaga ointment two or three times a day. You can also use troxevasin, dolobene, lyoton or other absorbable ointments. You can buy such products at the pharmacy.
• Make a compress with dimexide. To do this, mix dimexide with vodka in equal proportions and dilute with water in proportions of one to four. Before applying the compress, lubricate the hematoma with a thick cream, soak a napkin in the prepared solution and cover the affected area. Leave this compress on all night.
• Apply a burdock leaf steamed in hot water and smeared with honey to the sore spot overnight.

Treatment of hematoma during pregnancy

In case of trauma during pregnancy, there is a risk of developing a retrochorial hematoma. Treatment of hematoma during pregnancy is necessarily carried out under the strict supervision of the attending gynecologist. After the examination and confirmation of the diagnosis, the woman is recommended bed rest, a balanced diet, as well as emotional and sexual rest.

Retrochorial hematoma therapy is performed in a hospital setting. To monitor the course of the disease, pregnant women periodically take blood tests during treatment. As part of complex therapy for the treatment of retrochorial hematomas, the patient may be prescribed antispasmodics, as well as vitamin and mineral complexes. Any adverse symptoms, such as pain, vaginal discharge, etc., should be immediately reported to the attending physician.

Treatment of hematoma at home

Treatment of hematoma at home is allowed only if the formation is small and there are no pronounced symptoms, such as severe swelling, fever, intense pain. If such signs are absent and the hematoma is a small formation that does not progress after injury, you can try home treatment methods.

First, immediately after the injury, ice should be applied to the affected area as soon as possible. Depending on the location of the hematoma, the duration of this procedure should be fifteen to twenty minutes with a short break, after which the procedure should be repeated again. Applying cold to the site of the hematoma prevents the expansion of blood vessels and further spread of the hematoma. To avoid hypothermia and frostbite of tissues, do not leave ice on the skin surface for too long.

At home, you can use such remedies as honey and cabbage leaf to treat hematoma. After softening the leaf until juice forms, it is smeared with honey on top, after which it is applied to the site of the hematoma for eight to ten hours. A burdock leaf smeared with honey is used according to the same principle.

To get rid of a hematoma faster at home, it can be treated with various gels or ointments that promote the resorption of hematomas, which can be purchased at any pharmacy.

Treatment of hematoma with leeches

Treatment of hematoma with leeches is considered to be a fairly effective method of getting rid of such formations. Of course, the sooner the treatment begins, the better the result will be. Damaged tissues are restored faster and easier when using leeches, due to improved microcirculation. During the first day after the start of treatment, pain is neutralized, leech saliva, getting into the affected tissues, makes the blood thinner and prevents its coagulation and the formation of clots in the hematoma area, which significantly accelerates the resorption process.

Treatment of hematoma with folk remedies

Treatment of hematoma with folk remedies can be carried out at home if the formation is small and there is no pronounced pain syndrome or swelling. For this purpose, you can use honey, cabbage or burdock leaves, potato starch, wormwood, freshwater sponge, onion or banana peel.

To dissolve a hematoma, you can prepare the following mixture: grate several onions on a fine grater and add a tablespoon of salt, after which the resulting mass is applied to the sore spot.

Also, when treating hematoma with folk remedies, potato starch diluted with water to form a thick mixture has a good effect. This mixture is applied to the resulting hematoma for several hours, and the procedure is repeated if necessary.

Cabbage or burdock leaves, smeared with honey, can also speed up the process of hematoma resorption.

The ointment from the powder of the sponge is prepared as follows: add a tablespoon of water to two tablespoons of this substance, stir and lubricate the hematoma, covering the treated area with a bandage. It is recommended to do this procedure twice a day.

Fast Hematoma Treatment

Rapid treatment of a hematoma involves immediate treatment of the damaged area in the first few hours after the injury. To provide first aid, ice or another cold object is applied to the hematoma for fifteen to twenty minutes, after which a short break is taken and the procedure is repeated. Narrowing of blood vessels under the influence of cold prevents further spread of the hematoma.

After first aid has been provided, the injured area is treated with ointments several times a day to help dissolve hematomas until the symptoms are completely eliminated.

These methods are effective only in cases of minor injuries that are not accompanied by severe pain or other severe symptoms.