Natural Remedies for Burns
A burn, or burns, are types of skin injuries usually caused by heat, chemicals, light, radiation, or electricity, among other things. Most burns only affect the skin itself, rather than the deeper layers beneath the skin. However, deeper tissues including muscles, blood vessels and bones can also be injured by burns.
Burns are usually classified as first degree, second degree, or third degree, with third being the most severe. Newer classifications are describing burns as superficial, superficial partial thickness, deep partial thickness, or full thickness.
Sunburn is usually classified as a first degree burn.
Second degree burns often have superficial blistering of the skin, and can be more painful depending on the level of nerve damage. Some second degree burns can involve the deep dermis layer.
Third degree burns usually occur when the epidermis is lost with damage to the subcutaneous tissue. These burn victims will have charring, and extreme damage of the epidermis.
The key to treatment of all burn injuries is the management of the burn wound itself. Until the wound is healed the affected person remains at risk of complications. In treating the burn you should make the proper assessment, followed by proper cleaning and dressing of the wound. The wound should then be regularly checked until it is healed.
Here are a few of the most popular herbs used in herbal therapies:
Echinacea: This has been claimed to boost the body's immune system to help fight off infections. It has been widely used to treat the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections
Goldenseal: This is typically used as an antibiotic. It is often used in conjunction with Echinacea to ward off the common cold or the flu.
Rose Hips: This is a good source of vitamin C.
Chamomile: This is often used for calming overly stressed nerves, relieving stomach pain, preventing ulcers, and fighting infection.
Garlic: This is known to be a potent natural antibiotic, with natural anti-viral properties. It aids in the reduction of cholesterol and prevents the formation of internal blood clots that trigger heart attacks.
Slippery Elm Bark: This is helpful for soothing sore throats, coughs, and stomach disorders.
Ginseng: This is used to help stimulate the immune system. It aids protecting of the liver from toxic things. And it has widely been used to increase stamina.
Dandelion: This is helpful in relieving premenstrual bloating.
Feverfew: This has been used to aid in the prevention of migraine headaches.
Raspberry Leaf: This is popular in the treatment of morning sickness and uterine infection. It has also been known to aid in the prevention of miscarriage.
Spearmint & Peppermint: These are typically used in the treatment of indigestion.
Comfrey: This is often used in the treatment of cuts or bruises.
Senna: This is a very powerful natural laxative.
Uva Ursi: This is used as a natural diuretic. It is also known for its urinary antiseptic effects.
Ginger: This has been used to help prevent motion sickness. Also used in the prevention of internal blood clots that trigger heart attacks.
Licorice: A digestive aid. Also good for soothing sore throats and treating ulcers.
Remember, before starting any kind of herbal therapy, learn as much as possible about any contraindications, or any allergies that you may have. And you may want to consult with a reputable herbalist to help with your individual needs.
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