That’s why we get sore
Wherever skin rubs once morest each other, sores can develop. heat and obesity are factors that promote sore running. Also inferior clothing as well as diseases like Diabetes mellitus, lymphedema and incontinence can be the cause of an intertrigo.
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These 4 home remedies will help if you run sore
1. Wound protection cream or petroleum jelly
Use a breathable wound protection cream with zinc or use grandma’s proven household remedy, Vaseline. A protective cream prevents further friction, binds moisture and allows the sore spots to heal quickly. Apply the cream to the affected areas 2 to 3 times a day. Incidentally, baby powder is not suitable because it might clump together and put additional strain on the skin.
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2. Take a bath with chamomile
Antiseptic and soothing baths with chamomile or Betaisodona have an anti-inflammatory and germ-killing effect. The Betaisodona solution is used in medicine to prevent wound infections of the skin, mostly before surgical interventions.
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3. Moist poultices with black tea
black tea envelopes have a cooling, anti-inflammatory, drying and anti-itching effect. Pour boiling water over black tea and let it steep for at least 15 minutes. Repeat the procedure with the same tea bags and let the tea cool down. Then take a clean cotton cloth and soak it in the black tea; then put it on the sore spots.
Important: If there is a deeper skin infection, cover the wound with a plaster or bandage and if in doubt consult a doctor or pharmacist.
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4. Coconut Oil
The gentle coconut oil is a natural helper once morest friction. Disadvantage: When it is hot, it becomes liquid and, in the worst case, can leave grease stains on clothing.
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