Hemorrhoid Bleeding Treatment- Natural Treatment for Bleeding Hemorrhoids

A hemorrhoid that ruptures and bleeds is considered bleeding hemorrhoid and is more common that most of us believe. Both types of hemorrhoids – internal as well as external can bleed.

Some hemorrhoids can repair on their own and subside. They may never reoccur. While on the other side bleeding hemorrhoids can become more serious.
Before we consider the course of action for bleeding hemorrhoids let us first understand some the common causes of bleeding hemorrhoids. These include:

Very weak rectal vein walls and valves (mainly age related)
Excessive pressure on rectal veins due to poor muscle tone or posture such as prolonged sitting.
Hypertension in the portal vein
Excessive consumption of caffeine and alcohol
Pregnancy. Many pregnant women suffer from hemorrhoids due to increase straining of bowel movement and hypertension.
Chronic constipation or chronic diarrhea

The site of blood stains in the toilet paper or in the stool can be scary since the blood in the stool can be indicative of many more serious health conditions like ulcers and cancers. Therefore it is important to get examine quickly by doctors to establish the real cause of the bleeding.

Once it is established that the bleeding is because of hemorrhoids, there is nothing to worry about. Just go for treatment.

Many different types of treatments are available for bleeding hemorrhoids including injection sclerotherapy, laser coagulation, infrared photocoagulation, rubber band ligation and the hemorrhoidectomy. Using certain creams and suppositories specially designed to lower the blood flow can also help.

The natural treatment of bleeding hemorrhoids requires dietary and lifestyle related changes. A balanced fiber diet with lots of vegetables and fruits will help smooth bowel movement, thereby reducing strain on the veins.

Extracts form Bilberry, Butchers broom and Horse chestnut are useful natural treatments for bleeding hemorrhoids.

The best is Bilberry extract which contains bioflavonoid compound. Bioflavonoid is effective in increasing blood circulation in the body. This property makes bilberry as extremely useful herb for treatment of certain conditions caused by blood flow disruption such as varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

Butcher's broom extract is another powerful treatment. It contains anti inflammatory compounds such as ruscogenins and neuroscogenins which helps to constrict vessels, strengthen and tune up vessel valves while reducing inflammation and swelling.

Horse Chestnut extract contains a compound with potent anti-inflammatory and anti-edema properties. It is called Aescin which strengthens and tones up walls of the veins and reduces swelling.

All these herbs particularly horse chestnut is toxic when used in large doses. These should be taken under medical supervision.

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