Ayurvedic Management of Piles or Hemorrhoids: Causes, Symptoms, and Natural Solutions

Piles (Hemorrhoids) and their Ayurvedic Management

About the Piles Disorder
Piles can be referred to as hemorrhoids, which are formations that are created in the colon, and the decreased rectum is somewhat similar to varicose blood vessels. Hemorrhoids are either internal, that is, forms inside the rectum, or external, which is under the skin at the area of the anus. This is because of the pressure build up in the lower rectum, and some of the conditions that lead to it are; anal sex, pregnancy, obesity, very prolonged fasting while seated on the toilet bowl, chronic diarrhea, constipation as well as low fiber diet or lifting very heavy objects.

Causes
Hemorrhoids first occurred when there was an increase in pressure in the lower part of the rectum. Possible causes may include the push from the bowel movement, sitting on the toilet for a long time while completing your business as you consider it a break from other working activities, excessive constipation, and diarrhea every some weeks that puts pressure in the anal area during peristalsis but cannot empty the colon due to constipation and looser stools left behind, obesity, pregnancy. Especially during the second trimester in which the uterus enlarges. Therefore makes The tendency of low fiber intake in the development of hemorrhoids could also be attributed to the fact that low-fiber foods lead to more frequent loose stools, hence the need to strain while defecating.

Symptoms of Piles
Common Symptoms:

• Bleeding Painlessly: Blood may be detected on the toilet paper or maybe mixed with feces in the bowl.
• Itchy Anus: Generalized itching that is focused and everlasting in the area around the anus.
• Anal pain: Stinging, burning, itching, or discharge around the anus.
• Symptom: Enlargement or a lump around the anus area.

Internal Hemorrhoids:

• Grade 1: It is a small-sized hemorrhoid that stands out in the anal canal each time there is a passing of stool.
• Grade 2: Sticks out of the anus when you want to ease yourself but retracts back on it’s own.
• Grade 3: Exits out of the anus in a bowel movement, and one has to put it back by hand.
• Stage 4: This part protrudes from the rectum most of the time. Although it is not large, commonly, it is small, and its position can be in the middle of the mother’s abdominal area.

Symptoms of Anal Fissure
A tiny opening in the thin skin, specifically the pink tissue, is present in your back passage. An anal fissure is widespread and can be caused by the passage of hard or large stools when one is constipated.

Symptoms of Anal Fissure are as follows : 

• Obstruction pain, which is pain that occurs during the bowel movement or resistance to defecation.
• Pain experienced after evacuation, which still lingers for several hours.
• Blood on stool/toilet paper: Bright red blood is considered quite alarming or concerning to most people regardless of their previous informational exposure to red blood.
• Fissure, which is seen on the external margin of skin around the anus.
• Small sum, skin tag, less amount, tear, or scantling is a small amount or thickness of something that is virtually negligible.

Pathophysiology

It is an anal condition that results from the inflammation of veins close to the rectum region and extends to the anus, and you feel pains or pressures or strains when defecating. Internal hemorrhoids are in the rectum behind blood clots, and this clot painlessly. The clot is passed through passing feces and go unnoticed, but external hemorrhoid develops under irritated conditions by striking the vein wall with passage of hard stool or injury while cleaning around the anus resulting to itching, burning discomfort/pain. If not managed, the condition can progress and lead to the presence of more intense manifestations, as well as possible drawbacks.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of hemorrhoids can be done through a general examination of the area, and your doctor may ask you questions about your health. Occasionally, doctors may use DRE, also known as anoscopy, in an attempt to check on the rectum and anus. In a few instances, sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy may be required via a health practitioner in a bid to rule out every other situations. There is the want to diagnose the early level of the condition and make sure right management. As this may assist inside the alleviation of the sickness signs and the prevention of associated complications.

Ayurvedic Perspective

According to Ayurveda, there is a hemorrhoid known as Arsha, which is developed because of the doshas’ imbalance, particularly vata and pitta. Hyperglycemia is considered to be caused by traditionally utilized Ama (toxins) accumulation, which is a nutritional and other behavioral abnormality that worsens both doshas.

Causes in Ayurveda
Lifestyle Intervention: 

• Food Items: Spicy foods, oily foods, foods with low fiber content 
• Lifestyle Sedentary living
• Excessive straining at the bowel 
• Napping, sitting in one position for long 
• Stress 
• Poor digestion 
• Damaged digestive fire or Agni due to constipation Aam formation.

Ayurvedic Approach

The approach to the management of hemorrhoids encompasses diet modification (ahara). Which entails dietary modifications, a change of lifestyle (vihara), and the use of herbs. All of these aim at balancing the doshas, easing toxins, and strengthening digestion.

Dietary Recommendations

High-fiber foods are good fats, and whole-grain fruits and vegetables help facilitate the making of feces bulky, thus speeding their expulsion from the body. Hydrate ensures that you take a lot of water to avoid issues like dehydration and constipation. Dietary Control Concerning Food Types – Do not eat foods that aggravate Pitta Vata doshas or else consume spicy oily foods types. Eating several smaller meals is a good idea, as large meals cause stress on the digestive system.

• Lifestyle Modifications
  Exercise: This helps to encourage digestion.
• Reduce risk of constipation: The patient should not do any hard activity while in motion and should avoid passing stools. 
• Stress Management Practice: Meditation, Yoga, Deep-Breathing techniques, Decrease your stress. 
• Warm Baths: This will assist in diminishing the discomfort of the anal area.

Useful Herbs

• Triphala-an ancient phrase possibly consists of two words, Meaning three & Meaning fruits. Minor línea laxatives help to tone up bowel movements.
• Aloe Vera – Sooth anti-inflammatory powers. Pain swelling could also be decreased when applied topically, as suggested by the results from Aloe Vera.
• Applying Turmeric – Turmeric also is one of the most mind blowing home remedies to relieve inflammation and increase the rate of healing.
• Haritaki- One of the varieties is used in the management of constipation since it also helps regulate bowel movements.
• Neem – This anti-inflammatory antiseptic, making neem relieve itching & infection.

Ayurvedic Methods

Panchakarma(Detoxification): Ayurvedic Detox assists in cleaning the holly complete organism.

Virechana(therapeutic Purgation): An important procedure which has features of eliminating Doshas circulation and balancing them.

Abhyanga(Oil Massage): When done every day, Balances doshas of the body and many health benefits are obtained if done yourself.

Other Remedial Measures- The sitz bath combined with addition Ayurvedic herbs such as Triphala, neem etc would help in better relief.

Integrating Ayurvedic Systems

Ayurvedic practices are very helpful to manage this problem of hemorrhoids if this conventional modalities are amalgamated they would go a long way in providing befitting solution. Creams bought off the counter, taking a bath in warm water, surgery, provides temporary relief. As a result, long-term Ayurvedic support and lifestyle changes should be able to help in the management. As well as prevention of the condition Before undergoing any new activity or health routine. It is necessary to address the healthcare providers to get the safest and the most effective procedure.

Disclaimer: In this regard, it is suggested that one should consult an Ayurvedic professional. Especially before implementing a new health program, because it may be suitable for certain health conditions.

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