American College of Surgeons • Education
TREATMENTS FOR OPEN WOUNDS,
GUNSHOT WOUNDS AND BLEEDING IN AFRICA HERBAL MEDICINE BY BABALAWO OBANIFA –
Obanifa Extreme Documentaries – Reformed Africa Ifa Spirituality (RAIS) –
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In this current work
Babalawo Obanifa will document varieties of herbal formula available in Africa
Herbal medicine for the treatment of open wounds, bleedings and gunshot wounds. For Educational Information purpose the work
will first examine the medical Information provided by qualified trained health
practitioners and medical authors on the subjects under discussion . The work
of Julie Roddick and Valencia Higuera titled “ Open wound ‘’ provide invaluable
information on the subject under discussion and it will be adopted in his work. According to the source stated ,An open wound is an injury involving
an external or internal break in body tissue, usually involving the skin.
Nearly everyone will experience an open wound at some point in their life. Most
open wounds are minor and can be treated at home.
Falls,
accidents with sharp objects, and car accidents are the most common causes of
open wounds. In the case of a serious accident, you should seek immediate
medical care. This is especially true if there’s a lot of bleeding or if
bleeding lasts for more than 20 minutes.
There
are four types of open wounds, which are classified depending on their cause.
Abrasion
An
abrasion
occurs when your skin rubs or scrapes against a rough or hard surface. Road
rash is an example of an abrasion. There’s usually not a lot of bleeding, but
the wound needs to be scrubbed and cleaned to avoid infection.
Laceration
A
laceration is a deep cut or tearing of your skin. Accidents with knives, tools,
and machinery are frequent causes of lacerations. In the case of deep
lacerations, bleeding can be rapid and extensive.
Puncture
A
puncture is a small hole caused by a long, pointy object, such as a nail or
needle. Sometimes, a bullet can cause a puncture wound.
Punctures
may not bleed much, but these wounds can be deep enough to damage internal
organs. If you have even a small puncture wound, visit your doctor to get a tetanus shot and prevent infection.
Avulsion
An
avulsion is a partial or complete tearing away of
skin and the tissue beneath. Avulsions usually occur during violent accidents,
such as body-crushing accidents, explosions, and gunshots. They bleed heavily
and rapidly.
Some
wounds may be treated at home and others may require a trip to your doctor for
a medical approach.
Home care for minor wounds
Minor
wounds can be treated at home. First, wash and disinfect the wound to remove
all dirt and debris. Use direct pressure and elevation to control bleeding and
swelling.
When
wrapping the wound, always use a sterile dressing or bandage. Very minor wounds
may heal without a bandage. You’ll need to keep the wound clean and dry for five
days. You should also make sure you get plenty of rest.
Pain
typically accompanies a wound. You can take acetaminophen (Tylenol) as directed on the
package. Avoid products with aspirin since they can cause or prolong bleeding.
Apply ice if you have bruising
or swelling, and avoid picking
at scabs. If you’re spending time outdoors, use a sunscreen that’s sun protection factor (SPF) 30 on the area until
it’s completely healed.
When to see a doctor
Although
you can treat some wounds at home, you should see a doctor if:
- an open wound is deeper than 1/2 inch
- bleeding doesn’t stop with direct pressure
- bleeding lasts longer than 20 minutes
- bleeding is the result of a serious accident
Medical treatments
Your
doctor may use different techniques to treat your open wound. After cleaning
and possibly numbing the area, your doctor may close the wound using skin glue,
sutures,
or stitches. You may receive a tetanus
shot if you have a puncture wound.
Depending
on the location of your wound and the potential for infection, your doctor may
not close the wound and let it heal naturally. This is known as healing by secondary
intention, meaning from the base of the wound to the superficial epidermis.
This
process may require you to pack your wound with gauze. Although the healing may
not look pretty, it prevents infection and the formation of abscesses.
Another
treatment for an open wound includes pain
medication. Your doctor may also prescribe penicillin or another antibiotic if there’s an infection or high risk
for developing an infection. In some cases, you may need surgery.
If
a body part is severed, it should be brought to the hospital for possible
reattachment. Wrap the body part in moist gauze and pack it in ice.
When
you leave the doctor’s office, you might have bandages and dressings. It’s
important to wash your hands and work on a clean surface when changing bandages
and dressings.
Disinfect
and dry the wound thoroughly before dressing it again. Dispose of old dressings
and bandages in plastic bags.
The
main complication of an open wound is the risk for infection. Call your doctor
immediately if you’ve had a puncture, deep laceration, or serious accident and
you’re showing signs of significant bleeding
or infection.
Signs
of hemorrhage include continuous bleeding that doesn’t respond to direct
pressure. You may have an infection if the wound shows:
- an increase in drainage
- thick green, yellow, or brown pus
- pus with a foul odor
Other
signs of infection include:
- a fever of over 100.4°F (38°C) for more than four hours
- a tender lump in your groin or armpit
- a wound that isn’t healing
Your
doctor will drain or debride the wound and often prescribe an antibiotic if
bacterial infection develops. In serious cases, you may need surgery to remove
infected tissue and sometimes the surrounding tissue as well.
Conditions
that can develop from an open wound include:
- Lockjaw. This condition is caused by an infection from the bacteria that cause tetanus. It can cause muscle contractions in your jaw and neck.
- Necrotizing fasciitis. This is a severe soft tissue infection caused by a variety of bacteria including Clostridium and Streptococcus that can lead to tissue loss and sepsis.
- Cellulitis. This is an infection of your skin that’s not in immediate contact with the wound.
Whether
you have a minor or a more serious open wound, it’s important to take quick
action. Some open wounds can be treated at home, but this isn’t always the
case.
You
need medical attention if you have a deep cut or if you’re bleeding a lot. This
ensures you receive the most appropriate treatment and reduces your risk for
complications and infection.
Treatment of Open Wound ,Gunshot wound In Africa Herbal Medicine As Document
By Babalawo Obanifa
GUNSHOT WOUND/ AND ANY OPEN WOUND TREATMENT
1.
Ewe
Alukerese ( leaves of Impomea
Involucrate )
Preparation
You
will obtain the aforementioned leaves fresh, You will squeeze it juice and apply it to the fresh wounds in question.
2.
Eso Iwerejeje
/Oju Ologbo (Seeds of Abrus Precatorius)
Iyo
(table salt)
Preparation
You
will grind the two aforementioned together
Usage
You
will apply it on gunshot wound to remove bullets .
3.
Ewe Eyun(leaves of Cisssus
Quadranalaaris )
Ori (shea butter)
Preparation
You
will grind the two together and mix it together and apply it on the wound to reduce swelling .
AGIRO/AMURUN(NOSE
BLEEDING)
4
Ewe
Efirin (fresh leaves of Ocimum grattissimum )
Preparation
You
will squeeze the juice and put it in
your nostrils
FRESH CUTS/WOUNDS
5.
Ewe ati Epo Egbesi (fresh leaves and stem bark of Nauclea Latifolia )
Preparation
You
will grind the two together to fine paste and apply it on the fresh bleeding wound spot
6.
Egbo Igi
Amuje/Arunje (Root of Byrsocarpus
Cocineus )
Preparation
You
will peel the fleshy part of the roots and grind it to fine paste . apply it on
the wounds.
Sources of Medical Information
Presented in this work
- Care of open wounds, cuts and
grazes [Fact sheet]. (2010).
health.vic.gov.au/edfactsheets/downloads/care-of-open-wounds-cuts-and-grazes.pdf - Mayo Clinic Staff. (2018).
Puncture wounds: First aid.
mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-puncture-wounds/basics/art-20056665 - https://www.healthline.com/health/open-wound#outlook
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