Using A Selection Of Herbal Cures Shrink Hemorrhoid Problems
Beginning a Hemorrhoid Treatment
Most people who suffer from the uncomfortable symptoms of hemorrhoids just want something that not only gets rid of the painful symptoms but will also shrink hemorrhoid problems.
There are many over the counter ointments and suppositories that claim to treat symptoms and heal the damage and while some of these products have a great reputation in effectively working, while others don’t work so well. Many scientific studies have proven that some may actually do more harm in the long run than good.
Many people will opt for some type of natural or herbal treatment, and there are quite a few to choose from.
Herbal Treatments to Shrink Hemorrhoid Problems
What are we looking for in a herbal treatment? Most people will tell you they need something to sooth the pain. Some herbal treatments that do just that are Witch Hazel and you will find that this herb is a common ingredient in virtually all of the over the counter hemorrhoid creams that you will find.
How Witch Hazel Works
Witch Hazel is often used to treat sores, bruises and swelling. A sitz bath that includes Witch Hazel and Calendula Oil can be used for an effective hemorrhoid treatment.
Other herbs which have been proven to shrink hemorrhoid problems are Yarrow, Sage, Bayberry, Oak Bark, and Yellowroot. A combination of these herbs are effective at tightening the weakened tissue, putting a stop to the bleeding, and promoting the healing process.
Sitz Bath Teas
Teas that are added to a sitz bath treatment contain herbs such as Lady’s Mantle, Shepherd’s Purse, Raspberry Leaves, Figwort, Collinsonia, Stone root, Rich weed, and Horse Chestnut.
Herbs such as White Pond Lilly and Horse Chestnut can be used either internally as a tea or externally in a sitz bath. There are also many Chinese herbs that it is said can be used to treat hemorrhoids such as Chi Hu, Dang shen, Huang Qi, and Xuan shen.
