I'm getting an upper bleph. Will arnica and bromelian help with bruising & swelling?

Arnica Montana
is a homeopathic drug that is claimed to reduce bruising and swelling.
Anecdotally, many patients and plastic surgeons feel that Arnica does have a
benefit. There are, however, conflicting reports in the valid scientific
literature about these claims. Bromelin (Bromelain), another homeopathic
medication, is a mixture of enzymes found naturally in the juice and stems of
pineapples and also purported to reduce swelling, bruising, inflammation and
pain after surgery. This supplement, which is often taken along with Arnica, is
also controversial with regard to efficacy.

I would suggest you find a plastic
surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member
of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that
you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that
surgeon in person. It is critical that he or she should be aware of all
medications, supplements, minerals, vitamins, and herbs that you are taking,
because they may interfere with normal blood coagulation, healing, and
anesthesia.

Robert Singer, MD FACS

La Jolla, California

Great question, absolutely!  I usually start patients on arnica the first day post op.  Also, keeping your head elevated and icing for the first 24 hours.  Still, you need to follow your plastic surgeons recommendations for post op recovery.  These are just suggestions that may help.  Good luck