Piles: Modern Remedies for an Ancient Disease

For many of us bathroom time becomes a nightmare due to a medical condition known as piles or hemorrhoids. Constipation for prolonged periods results in this problem. When the waste expelled from the rectal area of the human body is not smooth and requires a lot of pressure, it creates fissures in the rectum area, causing inflammation.

If you don’t treat the inflammation right away, the pores and the blood vessels swell up with extra pressure. Lack of proper treatment at the right time may worsen the situation even more. Natural remedies for piles can be beneficial in your fight against it.

 

 

What are hemorrhoids? I have already discussed this in my former blog. What we need to are the causes of this ancient disease.

Causes of hemorrhoids:

Vigorous eradication of bowels results in straining of nerves that lead to inflammation causing haemorrhoids. Some of the reasons for this life troubling disease are:

1.    Staying in the bathroom for more extended periods

2.    Chronic constipation

3.    Obesity

4.    Anal sex

5.    Pregnancy

6.    Strain during bowel movements

7.    Heavy lifting regularly

8.    Low-fibre consumption

Popular belief is that all hemorrhoids need treatment. While it is not true, only symptomatic rectal lumps need to be treated. Natural treatment includes reassuring the patient that these are a part of a normal anatomy.

The corner stone in controlling piles would be avoidance of constipation and hard stool. Dietary modification with an emphasis on increasing fibre consumption is crucial. Non-surgical way for blood piles includes increase in fibre intake. 

Treating hemorrhoids recommends 30-35gms of daily fibre. Dietary sources can include beans, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Dried figs, prunes, blackberries, raspberries, pears, chickpeas, kidney and pinto beans, lentils, brown rice and oat bran cereal have high fibre content.

Behavioural modification is necessary when it comes to fighting this trouble maker. These could be prolonged sitting on the toilet, reading while defecating, and excessive straining can alleviate some of the symptoms. Sitz baths are helpful to patients with anal itching, aching or burning and those with thrombosed haemorrhoids.

Numerous over the counter medicines like creams and other products are available. There are several home remedies that can help fight against rectal lumps.

Natural home remedies for piles:

1.    A mixture of honey, olive oil and beeswax:

This mixture of honey, beeswax and olive oil has the properties that could help reduce pain and inflammation caused due to this problem. Continuous application of this mixture leads to vast improvement in itching, bleeding and pain. So, this is an excellent remedy for anal fissures or haemorrhoids.

2.    Essential oils:

There are many essential oils that are helpful in fighting this ancient disease but tea tree oil is the most popular and effective among them. The medicinal and antiseptic properties of tea tree help in treatment of swollen veins in the rectal area. Be sure to use another oil as a base oil and do not apply essential oils directly as they may cause irritation. This is due to the high concentration of the essential oils.

 

3.    Glycerine and Epsom salt:

Epsom salt is considered a natural exfoliant, and the addition of glycerine gives it more benefits. A mixture of Epsom salt and glycerine can work in magical ways for treatment of this old disease. This is a super home remedy for piles.

 

4.    Cumin seeds:

Cumin is one of the best home remedies for the same. Available in every household, cumin seeds have fibre in abundance. This in turn helps in digestive activity in the gastrointestinal tract that causes secretion of enzymes. This is the reason cumin acts as a laxative and helps treat piles.

 

5.    Castor oil:

The advantages of castor oil have been discussed for ages. Castor oil has many benefits as anti-oxidant, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties of castor oil helps in reduction of the size of piles and thereby pain associated with it.

 

6.    Exercise:

The types of jobs that we have now a days requires us to sit for longer duration. Training or working out everyday will have a positive impact on your body and digestive health too.

 

Toning of muscles is more important than just fat loss because then the digestive muscles are also affected in the process. Workouts like cycling, swimming and brisk walking can work wonders for your body and overall health.

 

 

7.    Reduce the consumption of fat:

Fibre is an essential source for your body to maintain a healthy digestive system. As much as eating right is critical, it is also necessary to avoid certain foods so that the piles you have may not flare up even more. White flour, red and processed meats, fried, salty, spicy foods are some of the things you should skip that may increase your pain.

 

8.    Aloe vera:

The anti-inflammatory and astringent properties of aloe vera give you instant relief when you apply the gel in the inflamed area. It is best to use fresh aloe vera gel from the leaves. It is also better if you perform a patch test before using it on the affected area.

 

9.    Witch hazel:

Witch hazel is another quick and natural way to treat piles. It contains flavonoids that have anti-inflammatory properties, and tannins help reduce the lumps by constricting the blood vessels. Both the features combine can be found in witch hazel that help reduce swelling and pain.

 

10.Apple cider vinegar:

Apple cider vinegar is well known for its anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce the size of hemorrhoids. Once you apply the diluted ACV in the affected areas then, you can reduce the pain and irritation caused by it.

 

11.Ice pack:

Ice is a natural cooling agent that can help reduce pain caused by piles. Ice pack acts as an anesthetising agent, though the effect may be a temporary one. Also, the freezing coldness from the ice will contract the swollen anal veins. When ice is repeatedly used as a compress, it will over time assist in shrinking the hemorrhoids.

 

12.Increase in fluid intake:

Water has the ability to cure many diseases. Filtered drinking water can get rid of many diseases with ease. Water helps to flush out the toxins from the body and maintains the pH balance of the body. you should have at least 8-10 glasses of water everyday.

13.Lifestyle changes:

For you to have healthy body you need to make some changes in your diet and lifestyle, especially if you are suffering from piles. Including fibre rich foods and avoid foods that rich in fat, maintain proper weight as per your hight. By making a few of these changes and exercising accordingly, ca make your life much better.