I'm having revision lower blepharoplasty next month. I had bruising for 6 weeks after the first surgery. Do you recommend Bromelain and/or Arnica before surgery as well as after? My Dr. seemed somewhat indifferent to there use. If I do take these herbs, how much and when should I start taking it? I really don't want to be in hiding for another six weeks!
Answer: Arnica for Blepharoplasty
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Answer: Arnica and Bromelain for Blepharoplasty Arnica and Bromelain can both be helpful before and after surgery to reduce bruising and swelling. Much of this data is anecdotal, but many doctors, including myself, recommend it frequently for patients undergoing surgery. The important thing to remember is that the herbal supplements are not a cure, and it is still quite possible to get significant bruising and/or swelling even if taking them before and after surgery.
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Answer: Arnica and Bromelain for Blepharoplasty Arnica and Bromelain can both be helpful before and after surgery to reduce bruising and swelling. Much of this data is anecdotal, but many doctors, including myself, recommend it frequently for patients undergoing surgery. The important thing to remember is that the herbal supplements are not a cure, and it is still quite possible to get significant bruising and/or swelling even if taking them before and after surgery.
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February 9, 2017
Answer: Pre-op prep First of all I really appreciate patients that are willing to invest time and prep in preoperative readiness. It does make a difference. That being said, this is something that you really need to establish with your surgeon. It can affect the way I approach cases and alter my technique in select situations. I also often start a topical skin treatment such as a 0.5% retinol. Again though, I want to stress to check with your surgeon. The over the counter strength Arnica is perfect for pre operative treatment. I ask patients that are willing to start 14 days prior. Also it is key to avoid any blood thinning medications and foods.Hope this helps,Best of luck,DrC
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February 9, 2017
Answer: Pre-op prep First of all I really appreciate patients that are willing to invest time and prep in preoperative readiness. It does make a difference. That being said, this is something that you really need to establish with your surgeon. It can affect the way I approach cases and alter my technique in select situations. I also often start a topical skin treatment such as a 0.5% retinol. Again though, I want to stress to check with your surgeon. The over the counter strength Arnica is perfect for pre operative treatment. I ask patients that are willing to start 14 days prior. Also it is key to avoid any blood thinning medications and foods.Hope this helps,Best of luck,DrC
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November 27, 2016
Answer: Arnica Forte and Bromelin Control Bruising in Blepharoplasty While preparing for surgery, I do recommend that patients begin taking the herbal supplements Arnica Forte and Bromelin at least two weeks beforehand. These herbs can help prevent excessive swelling and bruising after surgery. I also recommend discontinuing blood-thinning agents, such as aspirin, alcohol, fish oil and multivitamins, for at least two weeks before the surgery and several weeks afterward. I hope this helps.
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November 27, 2016
Answer: Arnica Forte and Bromelin Control Bruising in Blepharoplasty While preparing for surgery, I do recommend that patients begin taking the herbal supplements Arnica Forte and Bromelin at least two weeks beforehand. These herbs can help prevent excessive swelling and bruising after surgery. I also recommend discontinuing blood-thinning agents, such as aspirin, alcohol, fish oil and multivitamins, for at least two weeks before the surgery and several weeks afterward. I hope this helps.
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November 27, 2016
Answer: How to reduce bruising after a blepharoplasty The best advice that I can give you is to avoid any multivitamins, aspirin, aspirin containing products, and/or blood thinners for two weeks prior to your blepharoplasty procedure. For patients who are currently on aspirin or blood thinning regimens as per their medical doctor, I always advise that they defer to their medical doctor regarding the avoidance of these medications before doing so. In my practice, I do recommend that patients begin taking oral arnica and bromelain a few days prior to and following their surgical procedure in an effort to prevent and shorten the duration of any bruising that a patient may experience, and remember that head elevation and cool compresses for the first 24-48 hours should also help.Unfortunately, bruising is highly variable and unpredictable. Best of luck on your upcoming procedure!
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November 27, 2016
Answer: How to reduce bruising after a blepharoplasty The best advice that I can give you is to avoid any multivitamins, aspirin, aspirin containing products, and/or blood thinners for two weeks prior to your blepharoplasty procedure. For patients who are currently on aspirin or blood thinning regimens as per their medical doctor, I always advise that they defer to their medical doctor regarding the avoidance of these medications before doing so. In my practice, I do recommend that patients begin taking oral arnica and bromelain a few days prior to and following their surgical procedure in an effort to prevent and shorten the duration of any bruising that a patient may experience, and remember that head elevation and cool compresses for the first 24-48 hours should also help.Unfortunately, bruising is highly variable and unpredictable. Best of luck on your upcoming procedure!
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November 27, 2016
Answer: Bromelain and/or Arnica before surgery? Hello! Thank you for your question! The recommendations for the use of these homeopathic medications are surgeon preference. I typically suggest use Arnica to decrease swelling and bruising. It is an herbal medication that is propagated from the seeds of an herb. I, as well as my patients, have seen some benefit with the treatment in the postoperative period. Although there is little vidence to its effectiveness, I believe there robe some benefit, but no harm. I recommend 4-5 tablets under the tongue 4x/day for 3-5 days prior and 5-7 days after the procedure. Hope that this helps! Best wishes!
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November 27, 2016
Answer: Bromelain and/or Arnica before surgery? Hello! Thank you for your question! The recommendations for the use of these homeopathic medications are surgeon preference. I typically suggest use Arnica to decrease swelling and bruising. It is an herbal medication that is propagated from the seeds of an herb. I, as well as my patients, have seen some benefit with the treatment in the postoperative period. Although there is little vidence to its effectiveness, I believe there robe some benefit, but no harm. I recommend 4-5 tablets under the tongue 4x/day for 3-5 days prior and 5-7 days after the procedure. Hope that this helps! Best wishes!
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