Treating Hemorrhoids with Ayurveda

Ayurveda says that there are three doshas or body types, namely: Pitta, Vata, and Kapha. Each one relates to a specific element — fire (pitta), air (Vata), and water (Kapha) — and a person with one dominant dosha, displays physical or emotional characteristics- Treating Hemorrhoids with Ayurveda.

 

Haemorrhoids are swollen veins found in and around the anus and rectum. They can be either internal or external. Some symptoms of haemorrhoids (or piles) include: 

• pain or itchy swelling around the anus
• pain during bowel movements
• bleeding during or after bowel movements
• irritation and pain around the anus

The goal is to balance each dosha, which is done through a combination of diet, lifestyle modifications, and herbal remedies.

It’s essential to know for sure you have haemorrhoids. There are a few Ayurvedic approaches to treat haemorrhoids; you could try as well. 

 

Types of haemorrhoids depending on the dosha

In Ayurvedic belief is that your dominant dosha determines the kind of haemorrhoids you may experience:

• People who are Pitta may experience bleeding haemorrhoids that are soft and red. They may also have a fever, diarrhoea, and a feeling of thirst.
• People who are Vata may experience severe pain, constipation, and black haemorrhoids.
• People who are Kapha might have poor digestion and haemorrhoids that are white, soft, and large.

 

Ayurvedic Remedy

Ayurvedic approaches to haemorrhoid treatment are considered holistic. People experiencing haemorrhoids who want to try treating them with Ayurvedic medicine can make use of herbal remedies, lifestyle changes, and non- invasive procedures as part of their treatment plan.  

 

• Medication or Bhaisajya Chikitsa

Most minor haemorrhoids can be treated with medication only. No other procedures are needed unless haemorrhoids are severe. In the worst cases, medicines may be used in addition to methods.

The dosha will factor into the medicinal remedies your Ayurvedic practitioner chooses and any dietary or lifestyle changes they recommend to prevent a recurrence. 

Kshara is an alkaline paste used to treat haemorrhoids. The paste is made of herbal blends and has a searing effect. The paste chemically sterilises haemorrhoid.

In Ayurveda, this Kshara karma method is considered to be the best approach for treating haemorrhoids.

Depending on your dosha type, you will be advised to take medications, to balance your body—as you recover. You may also need to make dietary and lifestyle adjustments to support the healing.

 

• Surgical Intervention or Sastra Chikitsa

Your Ayurvedic expert may recommend a therapy called kshara sutra. Kshara sutra uses particular medicated thread to tie haemorrhoid off at the base.

This will allow the haemorrhoid to shrink over the next 7 to 10 days. This approach will be considered only when other treatments are not effective.

Your Ayurvedic practitioner will take into account–your dosha when it comes to treating it. You will need specific herbs to support postoperative healing. It is also necessary to make some permanent changes in diet, exercise, and other factors to avoid future haemorrhoids.

 

• Cleansing or Agni karma

External haemorrhoids can be sterilised using infrared heat. The Ayurvedic practitioner might offer to burn off the haemorrhoids. This therapy might require five to six treatments over the same number of weeks before it makes a difference. Once again, your dosha will be considered before medical care. There is potential for increased pain with this procedure.

 

Conclusion—

While Ayurvedic haemorrhoid treatments appear to be safe and effective, it’s essential to weigh your options. Talk to your doctor and practitioner before you decide which course to take.

“Madras Institute of Ayurveda”-the centre for Ayurvedic Medicine and treatment in Chennai, offers a wide range of treatments, from Panchakarma to rejuvenation. With facilities for a wide range of Ayurvedic therapies equivalent to the highest standards and most authentic traditions dating back to Vedic times, MIA is assisted by an accomplished team of doctors and experienced therapists. Care begins with a specific diagnosis, based on which the doctors create a particular plan of treatment. So, log onto www.miayurveda.org to connect.