AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR PILES
Piles is the result of enlarged vein in the anal region. In Ayurveda this is known as arsha. There are various reasons like constipation, sitting constantly for a long time on hard surface, lack of exercise and harmful food habit like food without fiber for piles.
Piles are generally categorized into two types, namely, bleeding piles and dry piles. In bleeding piles, so much of blood is bleed that, patient suffers from anemia. Wind formation in the stomach, loss of appetite, itching in the anus region are often associated with this disease.
Ayurvedic treatment of Piles:Often Nagakesara is recommended by Ayurvedic doctors especially when this is associated with bleeding. One teaspoon-full powder of Nagakesara is given to the patients three times a day. Haritaki is a useful herb for both dry and bleeding piles. One teaspoon full powder of haritaki is given to the patients two to three times a day.
Ayurvedic drug Abhayarishta is a widely recommended medicine for this condition. 30 ml of Abhayarishta is given to the patient twice daily after food with equal amount of water. Kasiaditaila can be used externally which helps in shrinking piles and cures itching in the anal region. It helps in relieving pain and checks bleeding.
Diet: Avoid any kind of fast food and spicy items. Take foods which are rich in fiber. Barley, wheat, old rice, goat’s milk, brinjal etc are recommended food for the patient. Take sufficient water. Little warm water is sometimes recommended. Isobgol husk is helpful in clearing bowl.
Conclusion: Patients shouldn’t suppress natural urges. Avoid riding on the horse back and sitting on hard surface for longer time. This is a curable disease, but remember to change fast and harming life style. Add physical exercise in your daily routine. Study says, proper physical exercise alone can cure most part of the disease. Yoga is highly recommended.
