Bedsores on the heels of black color occur in bedridden patients not only at home, but also in the hospital and represent dead areas of the heel skin. The development of bedsores occurs with prolonged compression of soft tissues and skin between the heel bone and the surface of the bed. Most often, black bedsores on the heels occur in patients with prolonged immobility, especially against the background of circulatory problems. Trophic heel ulcers are treatable, but some never heal completely. Bedsores are easier to prevent than to cure. The degree of skin and tissue damage ranges from redness of the skin to a deep necrotic wound involving the bone. Many patients and their relatives try to treat pressure sores on their heels at home. This approach can be successful in the early stages of the disease, but when the process develops deep into the heel bone, it becomes impossible to cure such a bedsore without complex reconstructive plastic surgery.
What it is?
Zinc ointment for blackheads is a preparation for external use that has a drying and disinfecting effect. Available in cans or tubes in various volumes - from 25 to 100 grams. When it penetrates the skin cells, this drug begins to absorb excess fat and harmful substances. By reducing the intensity of sebaceous gland production, the skin becomes cleaner.
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Zinc ointment for acne and blackheads can be used as a main therapeutic drug or in combination with other medications or cosmetics. Its basis is the chemical element zinc oxide; as for the auxiliary components, they are: petroleum jelly, fish oil and mineral oils.
Application
The positive effect of any remedy will be achieved only if it is used correctly. As for the ointment based on zinc oxide, to eliminate blackheads with its help you need:
- Pre-clean your facial skin from excess fat and decorative cosmetics. Foams or gels for washing will be an assistant in this. Deep cleansing of skin tissue can be done by breathing for a few minutes over a warm decoction of chamomile, calendula or St. John's wort.
- Before applying the ointment to the skin, wash your hands thoroughly with antibacterial soap.
- The product is applied to the problem area in a thin layer. To improve absorption, this should be done with massaging movements.
- Zinc oxide should be left to soak for 10 minutes. Then, it should be washed off and moisturizer applied to the skin.
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It is recommended to use zinc ointment for blackheads on the face before bed. It is prohibited to go outside for 2-4 hours. Neglecting this rule may cause skin irritation.
Why do acne appear?
Acne is a serious skin disease that can occur with varying degrees of severity. The following can lead to the development of acne:
- Hormonal changes in the body.
- Poor nutrition (consumption of dairy products, sweets, soda, fast food), as well as taking certain medications. By the way, various steroid drugs, which athletes who visit gyms especially like to take, are dangerous. Muscles will appear along with acne on the face.
- Incorrectly selected care products and external therapy (a number of creams contain substances that can worsen rashes).
- Genetic predisposition plays a big role in the occurrence of acne. It has been proven that if one of the parents suffered from acne, then the child may also develop acne. And if both parents had this disease, then the child is much more likely to also have complexes due to acne.
- Stress associated with passing exams, unrequited love, etc., have a negative impact on the condition of the skin.
- Self-squeezing pimples further aggravates the skin condition. A teenager’s desire to solve problems in such a radical way can lead to irreversible consequences. This is primarily due to the structural features of the pustules. By getting rid of one, you will only contribute to the spread of infection into the deeper layers of the skin, and more pronounced inflammation and even more pimples will most likely appear in this place.
- “Irrational treatment and self-medication can lead to deterioration of the skin condition,” warns the doctor. - Progression of the disease, as well as serious complications, including the appearance of marks (scars) on the facial skin, which the child will then have to live with. Therefore, in case of such problems, you should definitely consult a doctor for an individual selection of treatment.”
Important! Overly clean children also suffer from acne. Often, teenagers, in the fight against acne, begin to fanatically wash their faces and wipe their skin with various lotions. But they usually contain alcohol, which dries the skin and causes active work of the sebaceous glands.
Blue clay mask
Zinc ointment for blackheads with the addition of blue clay is an elixir for the skin. To prepare it, owners of mixed and dry skin types should:
The combination of clay powder and zinc oxide will give the skin an unrivaled effect: fill it with nutrients, open pores, restore the functioning of the sebaceous glands and promote rejuvenation.
Complex care mask
Zinc ointment for blackheads, intended for comprehensive skin care, suitable for all skin types. To prepare it you should:
- place in a deep container 15 grams of zinc ointment, 20 grams of 10% salicylic ointment, 15 grams of sulfur ointment, half a teaspoon of birch tar and 7 drops of vitamin A;
- mix all components thoroughly;
- add 10 drops of essential oil or tea tree to the contents;
- Stir the resulting mixture again.
The finished face mask can be stored in the refrigerator. Its regular use will give positive results: the skin will become cleaner and softer, it will eliminate the first signs of aging and get rid of wrinkles.
Zinc ointment for blackheads, presented in the form of masks prepared according to one of the above recipes, is applied to the skin for 10 minutes, then washed off. To consolidate the effect, it is recommended to additionally apply a moisturizer after the procedure.
Prevention and prognosis
Movement constantly redistributes pressure on our body. When illness or injury limits our mobility, pressure builds up in certain areas of the body and blood circulation decreases. This can lead to the death of skin and tissue, creating pressure sores and ulcers. To reduce the risk, it is necessary to use anti-bedsore systems and devices that relieve pressure on bone protrusions.
Healing of the wound on the heel is delayed due to the immobile position of the patient, poor trophism due to vascular lesions and the general condition of the body. Improper wound care and various folk recipes negatively affect the patient’s condition. A bedsore is complicated by damage to the surrounding soft tissue, infection and purulent discharge. A long-term purulent-destructive process leads to a deterioration in the general condition and impaired absorption of nutrients. Without proper care, a patient develops new bedsores in other parts of the body, which aggravate the pathological process.
However, simple treatments can help prevent these painful and dangerous problems.
- Take care of your skin:
Examine the patient's skin several times a day. Pay special attention to the heel areas and other pressure points on the body. Minimize contact of moisture with the body. Keep skin clean and dry. Wash it with a mild cleanser, care oil and wipe dry. Perform hygiene procedures and wash with soap as quickly as possible to limit skin exposure to moisture, urine and feces. Change bedding and clothing promptly. Make sure that there are no wrinkles in the bed linen and clothes under the patient.
- Protect your skin from injury:
Avoid massaging the affected areas of soft tissue over bony prominences. Change your body position at least every 2 hours. Reduce friction. If the patient is bedridden, the head of the bed should be raised as little as possible. When it rises above 30 degrees, a person can slide across the surface of the bed, damaging tissue and small blood vessels.
Pillows and special pads should be used to avoid contact between the knees and ankles when turning the patient on his side. If the patient is completely immobile, pillows should be placed under the feet from mid-calf to ankle to relieve pressure on the heels. Never place pillows under your knees. This impairs blood circulation.
- Eat well:
A balanced diet is very important for healthy skin at all stages of treatment. Healthy tissue is less susceptible to damage. In cases of scuffs and abrasions, treat the defects with antiseptic preparations.
- Improve patients' ability to move:
A rehabilitation program can help some people get back into shape quickly.
- Shift your weight and change positions frequently:
If you use a wheelchair, try shifting your weight every 15 minutes or so. Get up if possible. If you have enough strength in your arms, do a push-up—lifting your body off the seat, resting on the armrests of the chair. Bedridden patients may experience discomfort, pain, social isolation or depression. Try to find something to do that suits your physical capabilities.
Attempts to treat bedsores at home with folk remedies often lead to the opposite effect. Do not try to cope with the problem without specialists - you can lead the situation to a hopeless dead end.
Recommendations from cosmetologists
Cosmetologists also shared their opinions on the effect of this product on sensitive cells and tissues. They claim that it is suitable for owners of all skin types. But the positive effect of using zinc ointment for blackheads will be achieved only if the following rules are observed:
When using zinc ointment against blackheads, it is recommended to include eggs, beans and nuts in your diet.
Complications
Complications of bedsores (especially pressure ulcers) can be life-threatening and include:
- Phlegmon
Acute purulent inflammation of the skin and soft tissues. People with nerve damage (neuropathy) or a spinal injury often feel no pain in the area affected by inflammation and pressure sores. Cellulitis can cause severe intoxication and even general blood poisoning (sepsis).
- Heel ulcer
A chronic heel wound that does not heal for a long time significantly worsens the patient’s quality of life, as it leads to impaired support and walking function. A trophic heel ulcer can occur as a result of a bedsore, not only in spinal patients, but also in postoperative and post-resuscitation patients due to their prolonged immobilization.
- Damage to bones and joints
Infection from an ulcer can affect joints and bones. Infection in the joint cavity can cause general blood poisoning. Bone infections (osteomyelitis) can lead to destruction of the heel bone.
- Cancer
Wounds that do not heal over time can eventually develop into squamous cell skin cancer.
- Sepsis
General blood poisoning develops with weakened immunity, diabetes mellitus and other severe concomitant diseases and often causes death.
Contraindications for use
The preparation based on zinc oxide is suitable for owners of all skin types. As for contraindications, these include individual intolerance to the component. After applying zinc ointment for blackheads on the nose or other part of the face, an allergic reaction may occur, presented in the form of irritation or a rash.
Another contraindication is the development of an inflammatory process or the presence of open wounds on the skin. In this case, you need to wait until it recovers, only after which you can begin performing the cosmetic procedure.
Positive reviews
Zinc ointment for blackheads has been tested by hundreds of women. During this time, a lot of reviews have been generated about it, most of which are positive.
Basically, representatives of the fair half of humanity highlight the following advantages:
- low cost;
- rapid onset of effect - the problem disappears literally before our eyes;
- Possibility of use in adolescence;
- the presence of an additional effect after use, presented in the form of whitening, drying, removing redness and eliminating acne;
- ease of use;
- long shelf life;
- lack of addictive effect;
- minimum list of contraindications;
- freely available for sale.
Cosmetologists also consider this product to be the best “fighter” against problem areas, if used correctly. It is created on the basis of natural ingredients and brings only benefits.
Negative reviews
Reviews of zinc ointment for blackheads are found in isolated cases, but women still speak out about them, so they cannot be ignored. First of all, they relate to the appearance of peeling and irritation of the skin. Many girls felt discomfort after applying the cream. Such a symptom indicates an individual intolerance to the component. You should wash your face thoroughly with cool water and apply an emollient cream to the skin.
There are negative reviews of a different nature. Many girls like the effect that zinc ointment allowed them to achieve, but they were dissatisfied with its consistency or smell. The release form, reminiscent of a medicinal product, also did not cause a pleasant impression. Representatives of the fair sex would like to see more attractive packaging in their cosmetic bag.
Treatment at the Innovative Vascular Center
Doctors at the Innovative Vascular Center, treating severe vascular patients with many concomitant diseases, know firsthand about the problem of pressure sores on the heels. Often patients already come to us with such pressure ulcers, sometimes they develop during long-term vascular diseases. The complexity and danger of this problem prompted our surgeons to develop methods for the prevention and effective treatment of bedsores, cleansing the affected tissues in a sick person, because the appearance of bedsores leads to a change in the course of the underlying disease for the worse. We are able to close any pressure ulcers using reconstructive plastic surgery methods.
