Would bromelain ease the tenderness?
A keloid is a thickened area of scar tissue that forms due to an over-active production of collagen in some skin wounds. Most keloids can be improved by applying an adhesive silicone gel sheet (such as Cica-Care or Boots Scar Reduction Patches) which flattens, softens and fades red and raised scars. Cosmetic appearance is improved in 90 per cent of cases. Herbal products that can be used as an ointment or poultice to help scars heal include comfrey and gotu kola. Try massaging with aloe vera gel. Bromelain has powerful anti-inflammatory actions, and is taken to reduce pain, swelling and inflammation. It is well worth trying. Have your blood pressure checked regularly, as people with a tendency towards keloids are twice as likely to develop high blood pressure. This is because the blood protein angiotensin II, which stimulates excess production of collagen, is also involved in controlling blood pressure. • Click here to order Bromelain 200mg online from NutriCentre • Click here to order
