Minor cuts and scrapes are handled at home with proper cleaning and protection. Deep wounds or those that don't stop bleeding need medical care. Herbal antimicrobials support healing.
Minor cuts and scrapes are handled at home with proper cleaning and protection. Deep wounds or those that don't stop bleeding need medical care. Herbal antimicrobials support healing.
Bleeding (should stop with pressure), pain, redness around wound, swelling, scab formation during healing.
Won't stop bleeding after 15 minutes of pressure, deep or gaping, dirty or from rusty object (tetanus), on face, signs of infection, animal bite.
Stop bleeding with pressure, clean with water, apply antibiotic/antimicrobial, cover with clean dressing, change daily, keep moist (not wet) for healing.
Honey applied topically is clinically proven for wound healing. Calendula salve promotes tissue repair. Goldenseal powder antimicrobial. Yarrow stops bleeding and prevents infection. Plantain for drawing. Tea Tree oil diluted. Internally: Vitamin C for healing.
Try our Herbal Support Finder for safety-checked recommendations.
