It seems lately that if I get a cut or a bruise it's not healing quickly. It used to take 1-2 weeks - Now it takes 6+ weeks and I've had a lot of infections set in, especially on my hands, fingers, toes %26 lips. Should I be really worried about this?Someone told me that I might be deficient in a certain vitamin but they couldn't remember what it was.
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Sounds like a friend of mine with diabetes. You should see a doctor and ask about getting a blood test.
i don't think it has anything to do with a vitamin i think that you immune system is down...you shoudl go and see a doctor and have him run some tests. that could be a serious condition.
You could be diabetic, that can slow the healing process.
Maybe deficient in lymphocites, stuff in blood that heals up scabs and cuts. Although if you have "scraped" or picked at that certain place and kept getting it "hurt" then it's probably scarred and won't go away for a long time..
there is a lack of something in ur body or its jus that u r not eating enough protein cuz protein is what makes you grow and repairs your body. meat is a good source of protein ( beans if u r a vegetarian ) also eat a lot of fruit to prevent infection.
There are a number of things that it could be but a doctor would have to specify what it is. Obviously there is something very wrong with your blood or circulation and especially if your are getting alot of infections I believe that this is a serious condition. Make an appointment with your doctor and meanwhile keep all of your cuts and scrapes clean. I hope this helps you. Good luck.
My first thought is "why" are you getting so many infections?Is your immune system run down? Do you take care of yourself,eat right,get plenty of rest,take vitamins etc...? Because if you don't and you are adding any kind of toxin to your body(be it in alcohol,or medication(prescription or not)this can factor in,as well as age(older people don't heal as quickly)Allot of times people who have to take prescription meds and are on a great deal of them,will have this problem.I would make an appointment with your doctor or clinic and discuss my concerns with them.
Yes I think that you should be worried about this as it may be an indication of an auto-immune system disorder. There are times when some thing like that can indicate something more serious, but that can only be determined by your doctor.
Good luck will keep you in my thoughts
Diabetes, HIV, take your pick. Sched an appointment with Dr. and in the meantime take Vitamin B supplements.Its actually Vitamin B complexHealth benefits
The B vitamins often work together to deliver a number of health benefits to the body. B vitamins have been shown to:Support and increase the rate of metabolism
Maintain healthy skin and muscle tone
Enhance immune and nervous system function
Promote cell growth and division 鈥?including that of the red blood cells that help prevent anemia.
Together, they also help combat the symptoms and causes of stress, depression, and cardiovascular disease.All B vitamins are water soluble, and are dispersed throughout the body. They must be replenished daily, since any excess is excreted in the urine.[citation needed]
Vitamin C: for speedier healing of bruises and wounds and boosting the immune system to help combat viruses and fight any infections that might have set in. Also why not take a good quality multivitamin containing zinc (and copper) and take one whenever you are feeling run down. Zinc along with vitamin C helps spped wound healing and helps combat viruses including the common cold. The herb Echinacea is a great herb for boosting the immune system if you have a tendency towards infections. Hope this helps. Best wishes.
I would suggest a hemogram with leukocyte and plate counts, to see how your immune system is doing. And also have your insulin levels checked, perhaps your becoming a diabetic. Anyhow the only way to know is running blood work.
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