The cupping procedure, which is still applied since the Ottoman period, is also known as cupping therapy. Although it was banned by the Ministry of Health when it was determined that it was made by unauthorized persons, it has been re-used with the circular published in the last few years. There are certain times for hijama treatment applied only in centers with an approval certificate from the Ministry of Health, or at home, under state supervision. It has been seen that some people benefit from the procedures performed according to the hijama calendar, which is extremely harmful for health. It is a process applied by using at least five mugs made of different materials and mostly preferred materials such as bamboo and glass. There is no definite information that cupping will have the same effects for everyone, and it should not be done without consulting a doctor.
Who is the hijama applied to?
Hijama application, which is used in the treatment of some diseases, can be used by people who want to get rid of these diseases, as long as they have a doctor’s approval. Apart from this, it is an application used by people who want to get rid of harmful toxins in their body and cleanse their blood. Hijama is performed in the form of treatment with cups applied to the problem area. It is a procedure that can be applied to everyone except those who have special conditions and are not suitable for hijama by doctors. Persons with doctor’s approval can have hijama treatment, the person should not decide on his own and should definitely get doctor’s guidance.
Who can not be made hijama?
Hijama, which should not be done without consulting a doctor, is a procedure that should not be preferred by everyone. It is recommended that people with certain characteristics do not apply for hijama treatment. “Who should not be given hijama?” We can answer the question as follows:
- People with anemia
- People with metastases
- Patients on dialysis
- People with hemophilia
- Those who have not had surgery for any reason
- Women who are on their menstrual period
- People with low platelet count
What are the harms and side effects of hijama?
In an unhealthy environment, the most common case of hijama damage that can be seen in cases where it is done by people who are not competent or not approved by the doctor is infection. Hijama treatment performed in an insufficiently clean, unsterilized environment may cause infection or germs to the cuts in the body. This can mean putting a person’s health or even life at risk.
After the hijama treatment, some swelling or bruising on the body can be considered normal as long as it is mild. However, if the swelling or bruising that does not go away in a short time still does not disappear after two days after the procedure, this may be a sign of serious health problems. In such a case, a doctor or health institution should be consulted urgently. The side effects of hijama can be seen in many people, especially expectant mothers, people with chronic diseases and allergic reactions. Side effects of hijama:
- Nausea
- dizziness
- Psychological effects due to blood retention
- Bruises or irritation on the skin in the area where the cup is applied if the cup is held more than necessary
- Infection that will cause other diseases if it is done by reliable and Ministry of Health approved people in places that do not have this approval.
Does hijama hurt?
Hijama, which is accepted as one of the traditional alternative medicine methods, is a procedure that can be applied as long as the doctor’s approval. It is generally known as a painless treatment method. However, it may still cause some side effects depending on the person’s body or the environment in which the procedure is performed. When it is done by experts and authorized people, hijama does not hurt and does not leave a trace.