How To Stop Bleeding Hemorrhoids
People may be unaware they have hemorrhoids because there are no warning signs. When they experience an itching or burning sensation down there or spot blood in the stool they already have hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are no laughing matter contrary to hemorrhoid jokes. This is a serious medical condition and should not be treated lightly because it can lead to infections and other medical problems. It is best to know how to prevent it or how to stop bleeding hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids occur when the veins in the anus and the rectum become inflamed. The inflamed veins can be found inside the anus and under the skin of the anal area. External hemorrhoids are painful and tender to the touch.
Wiping the area vigorously and using abrasive wipes can cause bleeding. To stop bleeding hemorrhoids, three herbal remedies are recommended Centella, Horse Chestnut, and Horsetail. You can use any of these to stop bleeding hemorrhoids. All of these herbs however should not be taken during pregnancy or when breastfeeding.
Centella or Centella Asiatica is a small leafy plant that flourishes year round in Asia and in the northern parts of Australia. The plant is known to have antibacterial and anti-viral properties. It is known too as Pennywort. The Centella extract is used as tea to provide relief from pain and to reduce the inflammation, and to strengthen the vein and improve circulation.
Horse chestnut is known to treat vein problems associated with varicose veins and the seed extract has always been used to soothe hemorrhoid swelling and eases the pain. However, it is advised not to make your own treatment. In the raw, horse chestnut contains esculin, which destroys healthy red blood cells. Prior to preparation, the pulverized seeds are boiled thoroughly in various changes of boiling water.
Horsetail, also known as bottlebrush can help stop bleeding hemorrhoids and soothes inflammation. This is taken as a tea drink or dabbed on the affected area as a tincture. People prefer to take this treatment in tea form because it is convenient.
Apple cider vinegar is applied to the inflamed vein or hemorrhoid. The acids in the apple cider vinegar will promote shrinking and reduce the itching and the pain. If taken regularly every after meals, 1 to 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water, will aid in digestion and prevent moving problems.
Witch Hazel has been used to treat varicose veins and hemorrhoids. This can be bought over-the-counter in several preparations such as lotions, suppositories and hemorrhoidal pads. As a cream, it is applied to the swollen hemorrhoid, as a pad it cushions the hemorrhoid while treating it. Witch hazel can be used internally but not in the alcohol preparation available in drug stores.
Before taking any treatment, have yourself evaluated by a doctor. This is important because you may have other pre-existing condition that would worsen if you are taking medications that would have serious side effects if taken with the herbal treatments. However, if you are not pregnant or nursing, and don’t have any medical problems, you can use these treatments to stop bleeding hemorrhoids.
