Piles or a hemorrhoid is a condition where the lining from the anus to the rectum is swollen. Hemorrhoids are of two kinds, external and internal. The internal kind is usually painless. However, the external one can be quite uncomfortable because of the swelling in the anal area, which causes a lot of pain. Hemorrhoids can be caused due to various reasons.
Some reasons are imbalanced diet, hereditary problem, and abnormal growth of the anal cavity, low fiber intake, constipation and sitting for long hours. Home remedies can be effective in relieving the pain associated with hemorrhoids. The most effective and simple remedies to get rid of the pain due to haemorrhoids are discussed below
Home Remedies For Hemorrhoids
Banana
Banana is popular for its laxative property and it is important to know that eating boiled bananas twice a day can help in getting rid of hemorrhoids. You just need to be sure that you are boiling ripe bananas. Take a cup of milk and mash one ripe banana (boiled) and have this three to four times a day for effective results.
Lemon Juice
Take a cotton swab and immerse it is a glass containing lemon juice (freshly squeezed) . Take this cotton dipped in limejuice and gently apply it on the area affected. You will experience a mild sting in the first application, which will gradually reduce. Now, the lemon juice will start doing its job and help in getting rid of this irritable pain.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera is known for its curative properties. Cut an aloe vera leaf, heat it a little bit, and apply it on the area affected. Make sure you do this before going to sleep. It is known to work magic in getting relief from the swelling and the pain. It is also effective in treating piles, which bleed.
The other option is to freeze it after slicing and then applying the solution that is frozen on the affected area to reduce pain, burning sensation and itchiness immediately. You can also get relief by drinking aloe vera juice.
Warm Bath
A warm bath is proven beneficial in the treatment of piles. Gently soaking the anal area in warm water or room temperature water for about ten to fifteen times is a great remedy. You need to do this at least two to three times everyday to get better relief.
Radish
Drinking radish juice is helpful in cleansing the system and healing piles. You can consider drinking quarter cup or half a cup. Drinking this juice regularly will be quite beneficial. You should have this juice once in the morning and once in the night for about a month to see good improvement.
Onion And Ginger
Ginger and onions are highly suggested home remedies for hemorrhoids. Mixing onion juice with water and drinking it is very effective in getting some relief from the pain. Ginger can be had along with honey, mint and lime juice. These effective drinks help in cooling the system and removing the toxins.
Figs
Consuming about four figs both in the morning and in evening is a great home remedy. Soak four figs over night and consume them in the morning. Do not drink water before consuming the figs and repeat this in the evening too. Continue this treatment for four weeks.
Turmeric
Make a paste by blending ground pepper and turmeric and cow’s milk. Apply this paste on the piles. This will relieve you from the pain caused due to hemorrhoids.
Cumin
Cumin works well in the treatment of piles. Roast, crush and grind some cumin into a powder. Take water (a glass) and mix about half a teaspoon of this powder. Drinking this liquid regularly is an efficient and effective way to keep piles at bay.
Neem Leaves And Wheat grass
It is important to cleanse the system by removing the toxins. Make a solution by mixing wheat grass and neem leaves with water. Consuming this helps in getting rid of piles.
Other Remedies
Sesame oil is a simple method for treating piles. Apply some sesame oil on the affected area and follow this with some hot water fermentation, which will be very effectual. Grind and powder the mango seed and add this powder to water and some honey, stir well and drink it. This is a great way to treat piles. Add some lime juice and rock salt to buttermilk, stir it well, and drink it.
This is one of the most favorable among the home remedies for piles. Berries are popular and known for its anti-inflammatory qualities. Eat them regularly for greater benefits. You can consume grapes along with berries. Mix some bitter gourd juice with a glass of buttermilk and have it in the morning on an empty stomach for thirty days to get relief from this problem.
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