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10 Medic for Minor Wounds

by Jennifer Cumberland, BSN, RN
February 13, 2019
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Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Mittal, DO

No matter how careful you are, you cannot escape minor cuts or wounds in life. A wound in which skin is torn, cut or punctured is known as a minor wound. It can include cuts, scrapes, incisions, puncture wounds, minor burns, and pressure sores.

Home remedies for minor wounds

Causes of Minor Wounds

In most cases, these types of wounds are caused due to accidents or injuries. There are certain risk factors that may make a person more prone to wounds like:

  • Age
  • Illness
  • Steroid use
  • Radiation
  • Chemotherapy
  • Diabetes
  • Excessive smoking

Signs and Symptoms of Minor Wounds

Some of the symptoms that accompany wounds include:

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  • Bleeding
  • Redness
  • Swelling
  • Inflammation
  • Pus
  • Pain
  • Tenderness

When to See a Doctor

A wound that requires medical attention can include any of the following symptoms:

  • Inability to properly cleanse the wound
  • Inability to control the bleeding
  • Inability to properly close and cover the wound
  • A deep wound
  • Signs of infection (heat, redness, pus, and pain)
  • Any wound that will not heal

All wounds need proper care to prevent infection. Minor wounds can be healed at home with natural treatments. But serious, deep or infected, wounds require a doctor’s care.

Home remedies for minor wounds

Medic to Treat Minor Wounds

Here are 10 home remedies for minor wounds.

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1. Clean the Wound

Proper cleaning of a wound is essential to ensure optimal healing. The easiest way to clean minor wounds is with clean running water.[3]

Clean The Wound

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Use cool water, under moderate pressure, and mild soap to wash the wounded area for 10 to 15 minutes. If you do not have filtered water, use boiled and cooled water, or distilled water.

This will help remove as much dirt, debris, and bacteria as possible. Gently pat the area dry using a clean towel, and then cover it with a sterile dressing or bandage.

2. Coconut Oil

Coconut oil can effectively heal wounds due to its amazing antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, and healing properties. Coconut oil can also keep infections at bay and prevent scarring.

Coconut oil for minor wounds

  1. Apply extra-virgin coconut oil on the wounded area.
  2. Put a bandage over it to seal in the moisture.
  3. Reapply coconut oil and change the bandage 2 or 3 times a day.
  4. Follow this remedy for several days to prevent scarring.

3. Indian Lilac

Indian lilac, also known as neem, has a high content of essential fatty acids that build collagen, help maintain skin elasticity, and promote wound healing. Plus, it has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Indian lilac for minor wounds

  • Blend and extract the juice of a handful of neem leaves. Mix 1 tablespoon of this neem juice and 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder to form a paste. Apply this paste on the wound. Leave it on for several hours, and rinse with warm water. Reapply again and repeat for several days.
  • Alternatively, grind equal amounts of neem leaves, turmeric, and Chebulic myrobalan (Hartaki) together with a little lime juice. Apply it to the wound and allow it to dry. Follow this remedy 2 or 3 times a day.

4. Turmeric

Turmeric is a natural antiseptic and antibiotic agent that can be used to heal minor wounds and prevent infection.

Turmeric to treat minor wounds

According to a study published in the Journal Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, the curcumin in turmeric improves wound healing by modulating collagen and decreasing reactive oxygen species.

  • If there is slight bleeding, you can apply some turmeric powder directly on the wound to help control the bleeding.
  • To promote optimal healing, mix ½ tablespoon of turmeric in enough linseed (also known as flaxseed) oil to form a paste. Apply it on the wound 2 or 3 times a day to reduce pain and prevent infection.
  • Mix ½ tablespoon of turmeric powder into enough coconut oil to make into a paste and apply 2 to 3 times a day to the affected area.

5. Aloe Vera

Aloe vera has long been used to treat wounds. It has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties.

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Also, its gel is rich in phytochemicals that can ease the pain, reduce inflammation, increase the moisture content in the skin and promote healing.

Aloe vera to treat minor wounds

On the downside, scientific studies about its effectiveness show mixed results. In one study, aloe vera even seemed to delay healing in a surgical wound.

  1. Cut open an aloe vera leaf and extract the gel.
  2. Apply this gel on the wound and allow it to dry on its own.
  3. Clean the area with warm water and pat dry with a soft towel.
  4. Repeat several times a day until the wound heals completely.

6. Garlic

Garlic has been used to treat wounds for years due to its antibiotic and antimicrobial properties. It can stop bleeding, reduce pain and promote healing. Also, garlic boosts the body’s natural defenses to prevent infection.

Garlic for minor wounds

  • In case of slight bleeding, clean wound with water and apply a few crushed garlic cloves on the injury.
  • To help the wound heal, crush a few garlic cloves into a paste, and spread it on a piece of sterile gauze. Put the dressing over the wound and wrap a sterile bandage around it. Leave it on for 20 minutes, and rinse with warm water. Repeat twice daily until the wound heals entirely.

7. Calendula

Calendula can also be used to treat minor wounds. Calendula has anti-inflammatory and mild antimicrobial properties that can reduce inflammation and pain as well as encourage quick healing.

Calendula flower to treat minor wounds

  • Crush fresh calendula flowers to extract the juice. Apply this extract on the wound 2 or 3 times a day.
  • You can also buy a calendula salve at any health food stores and apply it on your wound as directed.

8. Plantains

Plantains contain natural antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. Plantains help heal minor wounds and can reduce associated itching and pain.

Plantains to treat minor wounds

  1. Grind a handful of fresh plantain leaves into a paste.
  2. Apply the paste on the wound.
  3. Allow to dry, and rinse it off with warm water.
  4. Follow remedy several times a day until the wound is healed.

9. Honey

Along with the indefinite shelf life of honey, it is also antimicrobial and antibacterial in nature, which makes it excellent for treating wounds.

Honey to treat minor wounds

While all kinds of honey have the healing properties, the honey that is produced from the manuka bush (tea tree), known as manuka honey and native to New Zealand is known to have the highest concentration of antimicrobial and antibacterial properties.

  1. Spread honey across the cleaned wound.
  2. Repeat 2-3 times in a day.

10. Sugar

Sugar, also known as glucose, dextrose, fructose, galactose, sucrose, maltose, and lactose, has high osmolality. It can draw fluid out of the wound, and reduce water content in the wound, thereby inhibiting the growth of bacteria.

Sugar for minor wounds

Sugar is also helpful in removing the dead tissue while preserving the live tissue.

  1. Mix 3 parts of powdered sugar with 1 part of cooking oil uniformly.
  2. Apply a thick layer of this mixture on the cleaned wound.
  3. While the sugar dehydrates the bacteria and kills it, the oil will cover the outer bacterial membrane and thereby prevent the entry of bacteria or water into the wound.

Bonus Tip – Eat Healthy

Many vitamins and minerals can help in the healing process of different types of wounds.

  • Eat zinc-based foods like whole grains, meats, shellfish, dairy, eggs, nuts, and seeds to stimulate wound healing.
  • Eat foods high in vitamin A like carrots, sweet potatoes, greens, cantaloupe, pumpkin, apricots, and tomatoes to promote new cell growth.
  • Eat vitamin C-rich foods like broccoli, grapefruits, strawberries, kiwi, oranges, and bell peppers to help increase the body’s ability to make collagen and new skin tissues.
  • Eat foods with vitamin E like wheat germ, hazelnuts, sunflower seeds and oil, almonds and spinach to promote healing.
  • Eat foods with B-complex vitamins like whole grains, meat, eggs, cheese, spinach, legumes, and fish to aid wound healing and skin health.

Minor Wounds Related Questions Answered by Dr. Bobby Buka, MD (Dermatology)

Does a wound heal faster if it’s properly secured by a bandage or if it’s left open to allow it to breathe?

This all depends on the circumstances–covering a wound with a bandage can encourage maceration, and being left open leaves it vulnerable to both dryness and airborne pathogens; either condition will cause it to heal more slowly. It’s best to cover it while you’re doing physical activities or traveling and to let it breathe while at home. A good mix of both will ensure the fastest healing possible.

What are the tell-tale signs to indicate that the wound is beyond the purview of self-treatment and requires medical assistance?

For most wounds, depth is a good indicator of a potential need for medical assistance. Even a small laceration that cuts deeply into the skin may require professional care. Depending on the size of the wound, it should heal within 3-5 days. After that length of time, it should be examined by a professional, as such a failure to heal may indicate a more serious condition.

Can normal tap water be used for cleaning wounds?

Absolutely! There’s nothing in tap water that won’t help clean out your cuts. Even ‘hard’ water with higher mineralization won’t slow the healing process.

What is the quickest and preferred way to stop the wound from bleeding?

Every bleeding wound should be treated with pressure. Hold a clean cloth tightly to the cut for at least 2 minutes. While applying pressure, be sure to keep it consistent: don’t check the wound as this will encourage the bleeding to start all over again. Uninterrupted pressure will stop bleeding 99% of the time–if it persists, seek medical help immediately.

How do you get rid of pus in a wound at home?

This depends on the size of the wound: a small amount of pus can be removed using a sterile needle or the corner of a razor blade. Needless to say, this option isn’t for the squeamish. Be sure to heat up the tool in order to disinfect it.

For larger amounts, removal at home won’t help as the skin will get re-blocked and the pus will likely regenerate. This is called an abscess and should be addressed by a medical professional.

About Dr. Bobby Buka: He is a leading dermatologist in New York City, the founder of , contributing Founder & Chief Science Officer of the First Aid Beauty skin care line, and author of Buka’s Emergencies in Dermatology, and the newly launched Top 50 Dermatology Case Studies for Primary Care.

Additional Tips for Wound Healing

  • Apply ice to the affected area if there is bruising or swelling to help reduce discomfort and inflammation.
  • Avoid smoking and drinking as they can delay healing.
  • Soak a cloth in witch hazel and cover the wound to reduce swelling and speed up recovery.
  • Keep the wound clean and exposed to open air at regular intervals.
  • Do not scratch or excessively touch wounds as it can cause infection.
  • Avoid stress if possible, stress may slow healing.
  • If your doctor allows, do some light exercise to increase blood flow and supply nutrients to the site of wound.

Resources:

  1. MedlinePlus Editors. Wounds and injuries | Fracture | Bruises. MedlinePlus. https://medline.gov/woundsandinjuries.html. Published August 14, 2018.
  2. Nuutila K, Katayama S, Vuola J, Kankuri E. Human wound-healing research: Issues and perspectives for studies using scale-wide analytic platforms. Advances in Wound Care. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3955962. Published March 1, 2014.
  3. Fernandez R, Griffiths R. Water for wound cleansing. Cochrane database of systematic reviews. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22336796. Published February 15, 2012.
  4. Nevin KG, Rajamohan T. Effect of topical application of virgin coconut oil on skin components and antioxidant status during dermal wound healing in young rats. Karger Publishers. https://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/313516. Published June 3, 2010.
  5. Singh A, Singh AK, Narayan G, Singh TB, Shukla VK. Effect of Neem oil and Harida on non-healing wounds. Journal of Research in Ayurveda. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4492024. Published 2014.
  6. Panchatcharam M, Miriyala S, Gayathri VS, Suguna L. Curcumin improves wound healing by modulating collagen and decreasing reactive oxygen species. SpringerLink. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11010-006-9170-2. Published June 13, 2006.
  7. Khan. An experimental study of wound healing by topical application of turmeric (Curcuma longa) paste on rats. Medical Journals of India. http://medind.nic.in/imvw/imvw5454.html. Published February 1999.
  8. Hashemi SA, Madani SA, Abediankenari S. Aloe vera for treating acute and chronic wounds. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4452276. Published February 15, 2012.
  9. Dat AD, Poon F, Pham KBT, Doust J. Aloe vera for treating acute and chronic wounds. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0033932. Published February 15, 2012.
  10. Dat AD, Poon F, Pham KB, Doust J. Aloe Vera for treating acute and chronic wounds. Advances in pediatrics. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22336851. Published February 15, 2012.
  11. Alhashim M, Lombardo J. Mechanism of action of topical garlic on wound healing. Dermatologic Surgery. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29077629. Published May 2018.
  12. Preethi KC, Kuttan R. Wound healing activity of flower extract of Calendula officinalis. Journal of Clinical Physiology and Pharmacology. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19601397.
  13. Agarwal PK, Singh A, Gaurav K, Goel S, Khanna HD, Goel RK. Evaluation of wound healing activity of extracts of plantain banana (Musa sapientum var. paradisiaca) in rats. Indian Journal of Experimental Biology. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19317349. Published January 2009.
  14. Yaghoobi R, Kazerouni A, kazerouni O. Evidence for Clinical Use of Honey in Wound Healing as an Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory Anti-oxidant and Anti-viral Agent: A Review. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3941901/. Published August 2013.
  15. Bhat DRR, Pai DMV, Hs DSR, et al. Comparison of Sugar and Honey Dressings in Healing of Chronic Wounds Authors: Rahul Bhat Manohar Pai Shankar Ram Hs Sandeep Reddy ShivaAffiliation: Kmc Controls Manipal University About Surgery. dokumen.tips. https://dokumen.tips/documents/comparison-of-sugar-and-honey-dressings-in-healing-of-of-sugar-and-honey-dressings.html. Published May 2014.
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Comments 5

  1. tanu tyagi says:
    2 years ago

    Very nice tips..

    Reply
  2. NDINDA says:
    2 years ago

    what should you do if you have already used hot salty water to clean the wound unknowingly?

    Reply
  3. barbara gibson says:
    2 years ago

    There’s a lot of good information in these articles, but are they all true? the only way you’ll know is to try them for yourself, and see. I know that some are true, and they work just as good as some of the pharma’s meds

    Reply
  4. Debasmita Rout says:
    2 years ago

    Very Good suggestion. My son got immediately relief from Aloe Vera treatment.

    Reply
  5. DEVINDER KUMAR says:
    9 months ago

    Good Tips.

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