Hemorrhoids or Piles Natural Ayurvedic Remedies

Pain caused by venous swelling at or inside the anal sphincter may be due to hemorrhoid or piles. It is a common problem and by the age of 50, around half the adult population may have dealt t with irritation, itching and bleeding in the anal region, which may indicate the presence of hemorrhoids.

Hemorrhoids may form inside the rectum (internal hemorrhoids) or may develop under the skin in the area around the anus (external hemorrhoids).

Causes of Hemorrhoids or Piles

The commonest causes of hemorrhoids may be:

• Straining too much during bowel movements
• Chronic diarrhea or constipation
• Sitting for too long on the toilet
• Pregnancy
• Obesity
• Low-fiber diet
• Anal intercourse

Natural Remedies for Hemorrhoids or Piles With Ayurveda

In ayurveda, hemorrhoids or piles are known as Arsh. Bleeding piles occur due to the involvement of pitta and vata dosha and non-bleeding piles occur due to the kapha and vata humor. Generally, hemorrhoids or venous swelling occurs due to kapha and vata vitiation.

The treatment is based on the type of the piles. According to ayurveda, hemorrhoids are also caused by vitiation Apana vata and low digestive fire. Vitiation of Apana vata may lead to veins varicosity in the anal region. Pregnancy, Constipation, Constant traveling and sitting on hard seat are predisposing factors for piles.

Symptoms of Hemorrhoids

Various symptoms of hemorrhoids or piles may include:

• Bleeding during bowel movements without pain
• Patient may observe a small amount of bright red blood in the toilet bowl or on the toilet tissue.
• Irritation and/or itching in the anal region
• Pain or discomfort
• Swelling in the area around the anus
• A sensitive and/or painful lump near the anus
• Leaking feces

 Herbal Ayurvedic Treatment for Piles 

In hemorrhoids, ayurveda aims to treat low digestive fire, correct the function of vata and treat the other three humors' vitiation.

Herbs for Hemorrhoids or Piles used Traditionally:

Hareetki (terminalia chebula)

Piplamool (Long Pepper)

Jimikand (Dioscorea japonica)

Chitrak (Plumbato europaea)

Trikatu (black pepper, long pepper and dry ginger)

Trikatu is ayurvedic powder containing three spices (black pepper, long pepper and dry ginger). This powder increases appetite, reduces swelling and pacifies vata and kapha humor. 

Piles How to Treat Hemorrhoids Naturally with Yoga

Performing certain yogasanas may provide relief to people suffering from hemorrhoids. Sarvanga asana, or the candle pose, can help reduce stress and other symptoms of hemorrhoids. The legs up the wall stand helps improve blood circulation to the anus and decrease the symptoms of exercise. The squatting pose may help reverse constipation that is a common cause of hemorrhoids. In addition, the child’s pose can alleviate constipation and improve circulation to the anus.

Lifestyle and Hemorrhoids

Certain changes in your lifestyle can prevent the recurrence of hemorrhoids.

• Eat a diet with a high fiber content that includes whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Avoid junk food and refined food as far as possible.
• Reduce your intake of sodium.
• Remember to drink around 6-8 glasses of water per day.
• Ensure that you exercise regularly.
• Learn healthy bowel habits. Whenever you have the urge, go to the bathroom. Do not wait and do not sit on the toilet for more than 5 minutes at a time.
• Ensure that your sleep pattern is regularized.

If you wish to enquire more information on Premature Ejeculation Ayurvedic Natural Treatment in Melbourne, you may contact us at Pure Herbal Ayurved Clinic.