Any of you vets out there...did you continue taking Bromelain and Amica throughout the 3-6 month period to combat "swell hell"? My thinking is that it should help then if it helps in the beginning. But, is it safe to take fairly long term? Any comments appreciated. I am having a TT May 26 and I so want to prevent swell hell if possible.
Answer: Bromelain and Arnica are more for bruising than swelling.
My partner and I actually give our patients Anica, as we have become believers in its effectiveness (reluctant ones for those who trust in the scientific method, but believers nonetheless). After a week or so, there will be no reason to continue either of these homeopathic remedies, as cut lymphatics still need to heal and re-open, and scar tissue still needs to soften and mature.
It's like taking vitamin supplements--unless your diet is so limited that you are truly vitamin-deficient in one or more vital areas, vitamin supplements are simply good for the seller, and end up being voided in your urine! "Extra" vitamins have NO beneficial effect whatsoever; your body has only so many enzymes or cofactors to which the vitamin molecules can bind. Any others simply get eliminate by your kidneys, and end up in your toilet. (Save the stress on your kidneys--just throw your money in the toliet and flush!) And that is just for the water-soluble vitamins--fat-soluble Vitamin K, A, D, and E have even more exotic overdose effects!
Arnica and Bromelain, like vitamins, are best used sparingly and never to excess! Anything more than this is just a waste of your money, a "stress" to your body's ability to eliminate the "excess," and possibly related to subtle and otherwise-unidentified side effects.
"Swell hell" is best avoided by careful surgery, and that, of course, is based on your selection of surgeon! Good luck and best wishes!
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My partner and I actually give our patients Anica, as we have become believers in its effectiveness (reluctant ones for those who trust in the scientific method, but believers nonetheless). After a week or so, there will be no reason to continue either of these homeopathic remedies, as cut lymphatics still need to heal and re-open, and scar tissue still needs to soften and mature.
It's like taking vitamin supplements--unless your diet is so limited that you are truly vitamin-deficient in one or more vital areas, vitamin supplements are simply good for the seller, and end up being voided in your urine! "Extra" vitamins have NO beneficial effect whatsoever; your body has only so many enzymes or cofactors to which the vitamin molecules can bind. Any others simply get eliminate by your kidneys, and end up in your toilet. (Save the stress on your kidneys--just throw your money in the toliet and flush!) And that is just for the water-soluble vitamins--fat-soluble Vitamin K, A, D, and E have even more exotic overdose effects!
Arnica and Bromelain, like vitamins, are best used sparingly and never to excess! Anything more than this is just a waste of your money, a "stress" to your body's ability to eliminate the "excess," and possibly related to subtle and otherwise-unidentified side effects.
"Swell hell" is best avoided by careful surgery, and that, of course, is based on your selection of surgeon! Good luck and best wishes!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Bromeline and Arnica Its best to consult with your board-certified Plastic Surgeon beforehand. She or he will make suggestions according to your procedure and medical records in addition to discussing your pre-op preparations. Also, such may be provided for you with your pre-op material and prescriptions in time for your recovery period. You will learn more about preparing at your pre-op appointment.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Bromeline and Arnica Its best to consult with your board-certified Plastic Surgeon beforehand. She or he will make suggestions according to your procedure and medical records in addition to discussing your pre-op preparations. Also, such may be provided for you with your pre-op material and prescriptions in time for your recovery period. You will learn more about preparing at your pre-op appointment.
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May 11, 2011
Answer: Bromelain and Amica long term to combat "swell hell"?
In my practice we recommend 2 weeks before surgery and 3 weeks following the operation. Your decision on long term use.
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Answer: Bromelain and Amica long term to combat "swell hell"?
In my practice we recommend 2 weeks before surgery and 3 weeks following the operation. Your decision on long term use.
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February 8, 2018
Answer: Bromelain and Arnica long term to combat "swell hell"?
There is no credible evidence that either of these agents diminishes postop swelling and bruising.
You can still go ahead with them - but it's the same thinking that keeps people home on Friday the 13th.
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Answer: Bromelain and Arnica long term to combat "swell hell"?
There is no credible evidence that either of these agents diminishes postop swelling and bruising.
You can still go ahead with them - but it's the same thinking that keeps people home on Friday the 13th.
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August 31, 2017
Answer: Arnica for a tummy tuck
These medications are largely anecdotal to decrease bruising. I find it most beneficial to use about a week pre-op and then about 2 weeks post. I almost exclusively use in facial procedures. Your tummy should be okay with swelling assuming your drains are working, you avoid a high salt diet, and you follow the activity limitations.
I wish you the best on your tuck.
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August 31, 2017
Answer: Arnica for a tummy tuck
These medications are largely anecdotal to decrease bruising. I find it most beneficial to use about a week pre-op and then about 2 weeks post. I almost exclusively use in facial procedures. Your tummy should be okay with swelling assuming your drains are working, you avoid a high salt diet, and you follow the activity limitations.
I wish you the best on your tuck.
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