Functions and Effects of Gypsum
Disease description:
I've recently been experiencing some stomach heat and would like to reduce the stomach fire. I heard that gypsum might be effective. I'd like to ask the doctor about the functions and effects of gypsum.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
The functions and effects of gypsum are mainly reflected in the following:
1. Immobilization and support: Clinically, the hardened shell formed by gypsum bandages effectively immobilizes the fractured area, restricts limb movement, and provides a stable environment for bone healing. This immobilization effect is important for promoting fracture healing.
2. Gypsum has the effect of clearing heat and relieving fire. It effectively alleviates symptoms such as high fever, irritability, and thirst. Gypsum also relieves irritability and quenches thirst, demonstrating significant therapeutic effects on symptoms of烦渴 (excessive thirst) and dry mouth caused by heat-related illnesses.
4. Gypsum immobilization can reduce movement at the fracture site, thus alleviating pain. Gypsum also possesses anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, effectively relieving pain and discomfort at the fracture site and promoting wound healing.
3. Gypsum also has an effect of astringency and promoting tissue regeneration, and can provide certain therapeutic benefits for symptoms such as non-healing ulcers after abscesses and weeping eczema.
Attention should also be paid to possible complications associated with the use of gypsum, such as circulatory impairment, pressure sores, and muscle atrophy.
