Nowadays Piles (Haemorrhgoids) became a normal problem for people but still there is no accurate treatment for ity, surgery is the final option we get from Allopathy.Piles are nothing but swollen veins in and around anus and rectum. Common symptoms include painful lumps, itchy anus, discomfort after stools and bloody stools. Severe Haemorrhoids leads to anemia, infection, anal fistula and fecal incontinence.
Main causes of Piles are increased pressure in rectal region which is due to chronic constipation,chronic diarrhoea,lifting heavyy weights and pregnancy.Risk factors includes pregnancy,Older ages,overweight and low rich fiber diet.Digital rectal examination is performed for diagnosing Piles.
Major treatment includes Pain relievers like ibuprofen,Antibiotics, stool softeners and laxatives are prescribed.External applications like corticosteroids and liquid paraffin are prescribed to prevent constipation. In severe conditions, surgical options like banding, sclerotherapy, infrared coagulation, Haemorrhoidectomy Haemorrhoid stapling are done.
Abutilon Indicum (Thuthi),a traditional medicine used as laxative ,emollient, anti-diabetic, blood tonic and anti-inflammatory used in Haemorrhoids.The plant very much used in Siddha medicine.The phytochemical presence of alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, amino acids and steroids helpful in treatment of Haemorrhoids.It is also used in gout ,bleeding disorders and ulcers. Its decoction is used in bleeding gums and toothache.Pilants ointment which contains Abutilon Indicum , Mimosa Pudica and Achyranthes is used in Haemorrhoids. It is also available as Capsule which is widely used in some Hospitals for treatment for Haemorrhoids.
Lifestyle changes include comsumption of high fiber diet which includes fruits like banana,whole grains,brown rice and drinking more water everyday. Palmyra sprout (Panakilangu) plays a major role in Haemorrhids. Maintaining Good bowel movement and anal hygiene, exercise and managing stress are important measures in Haemorrhoids.
Reference –
1)Piles Management: Life style changes for Haemorrhoids relief
2)What to know about Piles (Haemorrhoids) by Adam Felman-Medical News Today
