Herbs For Hemorrhoids

There are two types of hemorrhoids ~ internal ones develop inside the rectum and may cause bleeding after a bowel movement, but otherwise have no symptoms because there are no pain sensors in the rectum.

External hemorrhoids occur around the anal opening and may be painful and fragile, bleeding easily after a bowel movement or when wiped with toilet tissue.

A primary cause of hemorrhoids can be straining during a bowel movement, because it puts excess pressure on the veins in the anus and rectum.

Other contributing factors may include, obesity, pregnancy, and sitting or standing for long periods of time.

the tendency to develop hemorrhoids increases with age and appears to run in families.

Herbal Remedies For Hemorrhoids

ALOE GEL Is applied topically to relieve pain & burning.

BUTCHER'S BROOM Is applied topically to stop pain & itching.

CALENDULA Relieves pain & inflammation. Use a cream topically or make a strong infusion and use in a sitz bath.

DANDELION Tincture or capsules are taken internally to soften hard stools.

HORSE CHESTNUT Increases elasticity of blood cells and helps to reduce swelling.

HORSETAIL Tea used to treat bleeding.

PSYLLIUM SEED Works internally to coat and soothe bowel lining.

ST. JOHN'S WORT OIL Applied topically to reduce inflammation & swelling.

WITCH HAZEL Suppositories are used for bleeding.

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