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Chronic bedsore - #19113
Indira
My name is Indira williams. I am a paraplegic I have a chronic bedsore by my tailbone. Doctors operated and left it open 41yrs ago. It is deep and painful. It has not healed due to the doctors cutting off tailbone. Need advice to heal wound plz.
Age: 53
Chronic illnesses: None
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Indira, I understand that dealing with a chronic wound for so many years must be incredibly challenging. In Ayurveda, wound healing (Vrana Ropana) focuses on improving blood circulation, reducing infection, and promoting tissue regeneration. Here are some recommendations that might help:
1. Herbal Pastes (Lepas)
• Jatyadi Tailam: This medicated oil is highly effective for chronic wounds and ulcers. Apply it gently to the wound to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Turmeric and Honey Paste: Turmeric has strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, while honey helps tissue regeneration. Mix and apply to the wound daily.
2. Internal Healing
• Guggulu Formulations (like Triphala Guggulu or Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu) can help with deep tissue healing and reducing inflammation.
• Aloe Vera Juice: Helps cleanse the blood and promote skin repair.
3. Diet and Nutrition
• Include protein-rich foods like moong dal, almonds, and sesame seeds for tissue repair.
• Iron- and Vitamin-C-rich foods (like pomegranate and amla) improve blood circulation.
• Avoid processed and fried foods that slow down healing.
4. Ayurvedic Cleansing and Bandaging
• Clean the wound with Triphala decoction or diluted neem water before applying any lepa (paste).
• Use medicated bandages like those infused with neem and honey for faster healing.
5. Lifestyle Adjustments
• Since prolonged pressure worsens bedsores, frequent position changes and using soft cushions or air mattresses can help.
• Mild Ayurvedic massages (Abhyanga) around the wound (not directly on it) with Mahanarayan oil can improve circulation.
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Hello,
For a chronic bedsore that has remained open for 41 years, healing requires enhancing circulation, reducing infection, and promoting deep tissue regeneration. Do you have any signs of infection—pus, foul smell, or fever? How is your diet—are you consuming enough protein and iron-rich foods for wound healing? Do you experience poor digestion, diabetes, or any other conditions that may slow healing?
For Ayurvedic healing, apply Jatyadi Taila or Karanja oil externally to promote skin regeneration and prevent infection. Take Tab Sukshma Triphala 2-2-2 after food and Syp. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu (2 tsp twice daily with warm water) to purify the blood and promote deep healing. Turmeric with honey or Haridra Khand can also help reduce inflammation and infection.
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Oh Indira, that sounds incredibly tough, dealing with a chronic bedsore for such a long time. First off, it's really important to work closely with your healthcare team, especially given how dis deep and painful it is. But from an Ayurvedic perspective, I can share some thoughts that might help complement what you're already doing.
In Ayurveda, chronic ulcers like this can sometimes be viewed through the lens of vata imbalance and weak agni (digestive fire), which can slow healing. So looking at the entire systemic health is pretty crucial.
First, ensuring you're consuming warm, easily digestible foods can help support agni. Warm soups, stews with ghee, cumin, coriander, and turmeric might be soothing and support digestion. Avoid cold, raw, and very dry types of food. Hydration is super important too, so sip on warm water throughout the day.
Topically, you might try a paste made of turmeric and neem, known for their antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, applying it gently to the area. But please, patch test first to be sure there's no reaction. Wounds and bony areas like near your tailbone are sensitive and this also alows you to see if your skin reacts.
Triphala powder, taken internally, can aid in bowel regularity, detoxification and might, support the healing process. You'll want to check with your doctor if you're considering any herbal supplements like this, particularly if you're taking other medications.
Positioning and pressure relief is crucial. If not already in place, exploring an air mattress or specialized cushions that relieve pressure might be another area to consider, to prevent further aggravation. Plus, gentle movement or assistance to periodically shift positions can help blood circulation.
Lastly, calming routines like meditation or breathing exercises might soothe stress and could have a healing effect indirectly. Remember, the journey to healing is holistic and requires patience, kindness and a multidisciplinary approach, so please discuss any new therapies with your healthcare team.
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