Gangrene is
not a disease. It is a severe cell injury leading to cell death due to an
impaired blood supply. This life-threatening condition may result from an
injury, illness, infection or from poorly controlled diabetes. Although fingers,
toes, and limbs are mostly affected by gangrene, it can also occur in the other
parts of body damaging organs and muscles.
Types of Gangrene-
There are
three major types of gangrene: dry, moist and gas gangrene. Moist and dry
gangrene are due to lack ofcirculation. Gas gangrene occurs in wounds infected
by pathogenic bacteria damaging the tissues.
Treatment of Gangrene-
Standard
medical treatment for gangrene involves removing the affected tissues. Damaged
blood vessels can also be repaired surgically in order to restore flow of blood
into the affected areas; however, surgery depends on the extent of gangrenous,
necrotic changes. Intravenous antibiotics are often used in hospitalized
patients with advanced stages of necrotic changes.
Food is the best medicine-
The right
choice of foods can help treat gangrene naturally. Sweet fruits like grape,
pineapple, melon, banana, orange and fruit juice should be avoided. Priority
must be given to dark green and leafy vegetables, onions, tomatoes, peppers,
parsley. Also, omega-3 fatty acids, cod liver oil, especially during winter,
organic flax seeds mixed with salads, vegetable juice and filtered water
should be taken as they are known for slowing
down the progression of gangrene.
Self-management-
Here are
the basic preventive measures that may reduce the risk of the development of
gangrene:
·
Giving up tobacco as it damages the
blood vessels.
·
Losing weight as it helps to lower the pressure
on arteries, thus improves the blood flow to the affected areas.
·
Cleaning the wounds properly with
medicated soap.
·
Preventing frostbite.
·
Maintaining healthy blood sugar
levels.
·
Avoiding alcohol.
Regular exercise-
Exercising
regularly is of the utmost importance for maintaining healthy blood vessels and
healthy blood circulation. It also helps to keep blood pressure and cholesterol
at healthy levels. Fast walk, cycling, swimming, playing tennis, badminton are
some examples of a beneficial workout.
Circulation-boosting Herbs-
There are
many herbs that are beneficial to the natural treatment of gangrene. Ginger root, for example, helps to maintain healthy
blood pressure. It is also known for its wound healing properties.
Garlic helps
reduce high blood pressure and prevent hardening of the arteries
(arteriosclerosis). It’s known for wound healing properties. Butcher's
broom effectively improves blood circulation. Other phytonutrients, such as
bromelain and turmeric, help reduce swelling and inflammation. Olive leaves and
oregano oil are often used to fight infections. Bayberry, cayenne, ginkgo, golden seal
are being used in preventing and fighting gangrene.
Conclusion
Gangrene
has been treated surgically by removing dead tissues. Although in many cases
debilitating, it has become a standard medical procedure. However, it should be
used only as a last resort. Fortunately, individuals at risk of, or affected by
gangrene can halt the progression of this serious and life-threatening
condition nutritionally and, therefore, reduce the need for surgery and/or
widely prescribed medications that only alleviate the symptoms and/or slow down
their progression.
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Through nutritional education, high quality dietary supplements and dietary recommendations
you can stop the progression of gangrene, therefore, avoid amputation. For more
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