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* Cuts and Wounds: Ledum tends to work best as a homeopathic remedy for cuts and wounds that may become easily infected. This would include puncture type wounds, insect stings, and deep scratches. Ledum works not only to help the body naturally defend itself against infection, but also to relieve the pain associated with these wounds. Additionally, it is helps diminish bruising, any skin discoloration and swelling that results from the injury as well. Ledum is a widely known treatment for the stings of venomous insects. It neutralizes venom and speeds recovery from poisoning. It's appropriate for any insect bite, especially those that produce severe itching and coldness at the site of the bite. The skin may be bluish or purple, feel cold to the touch and look bruised. Take a dose of Ledum as soon as you realize you've been stung. There may be arthritic joint aches and pains accompanying the early stages after being bitten.* Eye Injuries: Ledum can be helpful to a black eye that is slow to heal. It can also work quite well for any sort of bleeding that may occur in the chamber of the eye, particularly after some sort of procedure or disruption to the area. Again, it will decrease swelling to the affected area. Ledum is recommended after an iridectomy where part of the iris is removed.* Stiff and Painful Joints: When there is rheumatic pain such as great pain in the feet or other joints, ledum can work well as a homeopathic remedy. The pain usually starts in the feet and has an upward tendency. Ledum is also is used to alleviate gout, and swollen or stiff tendons. Ledum can help to relieve not only the pain, but the cold feeling that goes along with these conditions.