I have been cupping for several months and there are still marks

After cupping, obvious purple marks will appear on the skin of the body. The depth of the color indicates whether the local moisture is too heavy. Generally, the scars will disappear on their own 3-7 days after cupping. If they do not disappear after a few months, it is recommended to see a doctor in time for examination to see if there is any skin disease.

How long does it take for the color to disappear after cupping?

Most people will be left with some purple-black marks after cupping. Due to different personal constitutions, the depth of color will vary, and the time it takes for the marks to disappear will also vary.

Those with lighter colors will disappear in 3-7 days; those with darker colors and severe body cold and blood stasis may take half a month to disappear. If the black and purple marks on the skin have not faded one month after cupping, you should go to the hospital to check whether the platelet count is normal.

How to quickly get rid of cupping marks

Apply a hot towel to promote blood circulation and metabolism.

There are several ways to eliminate it:

1. Apply some safflower oil to relieve the skin.

2. Use a towel dipped in hot water for hot compress to remove blood stasis!

3. UV treatment can be done on the marks

Generally, the 6-second treatment can disappear in one to two days.

4. Boil a few eggs, peel them, and roll them on the bruise. The problem will be solved quickly. (This method is a folk way to remove blood stasis)

In summary: From the perspective of modern medicine, the "black and blue spots" left by cupping are caused by local capillary rupture and bleeding, and the simplest and most effective way is heat therapy. Use a hot water bottle or hot towel, blow with a hair dryer, use infrared rays, and take a hot shower several times a day. Increasing the local temperature can promote blood flow, thereby speeding up the removal of blood stasis and eliminating bruises. However, these hot water methods are only suitable for bruises without blisters or ulcers.

Who is not suitable for cupping?

People who are prone to bleeding

Some people are prone to bleeding, so it is best for them not to use cupping. Improper cupping for these people may cause heavy bleeding.

Fracture patients

People with fractures should not use cupping, as it will affect bone healing and bone alignment. Especially for people with ligament sprains, do not use cupping casually.

People with sensitive skin

Cupping causes great irritation to the skin, which may aggravate allergic symptoms and cause skin breakdown, leading to infection, blisters, and even ulcers.

Pregnant women

Pregnant women should not use cupping. Pregnant women are not suitable for doing stimulating things, and cupping may cause miscarriage.

Women during menstruation

Women who are menstruating

Cupping is not suitable for women who are menstruating. Cupping at this time is likely to cause menstrual disorders or even excessive menstruation, which is undoubtedly harmful.

Patients with emphysema

In daily life, cupping is not suitable for patients with emphysema. This is because cupping may cause pressure on the back and chest, leading to heart failure and physical weakness.