Haemorrhoids
Haemorrhoids or piles are the lumps of tissue seen in and
around your anus. Basically these are the inflamed enlarged veins which are
both painful and irritable at the same time. This condition arises due to the varicosity of
these veins wherein the vein valves loss their elasticity or become irritated thus
resulting in this inflammation. The trigger factors include over exertion
during defecation , chronic constipation or diarrhoea, heavy weight lifting,
sitting for longer periods , poor dietary choices like a low fibre diet, obesity
and sometimes even pregnancy. Haemorrhoids can be of 2 types : Internal
haemorrhoids and external haemorrhoids. Internal haemorrhoids occur inside the
rectum and is not visible from the outside. They remain painless and often
unnoticed until a sign of rectal bleeding occurs. Under certain conditions
there could be a prolapse of these internal haemorrhoids due to weakening of
the muscles around anus. This condition can be accompanied by severe pain. Further
classification of these haemorrhoids into four grades are based on the degree
of prolapse.
External haemorrhoids as the name suggests are seen in the
skin surrounding the anus and are therefore visible. These are extremely
painful and has a possibility to sometimes bleed during defecation. General
symptoms of haemorrhoids include bleeding, itching or irritation , excruciating
pain, visible swellings etc. Usually haemorrhoids is a self diagnosed condition
and is not a serious condition. But in some severe cases of chronic
haemorrhoids can lead to complications like profuse bleeding resulting in
anaemia, infection, strangulated piles or even ulcers. This it is imperative to
consult your physician before jumping into conclusions.
Ayurveda considers piles as arshas which has further
classification on the basis of whether it’s a bleeding or non bleeding piles. Since
it’s a tridosha involved condition, treatment is a combination of both shamana
and shodhana therapies.
THERAPIES INCLUDED
1.
Abhyanga – Svedana – Full body oil massage
followed by a steam bath
2.
Virechana – Induced purgation
3.
Vasti – Medicated enema
4.
Kshara karma – Alkali treatment
5.
Agnikarma – cauterisation
6.
Yoga sessions
Along with the above mentioned a daily dose of internal
medicines and proper fibre rich diet is necessary for the treatment of piles.
This can be done on an out patient or in patient basis.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
1.
Personalized guidance from an Ayurvedic
specialist
2.
Personalized treatment plan tailored to
your prakruthi and specific health issues
3.
Therapy sessions conducted on a daily
basis
4.
Herbal supplements and medications
5.
Ayurvedic diet
6.
Instructions for aftercare and
adjustments to one’s lifestyle following treatment.
DISCLAIMER
Haemorrhoids is not a condition to be ashamed of. In some
cases even a proper change in lifestyle choices can help with the condition. Ayurvedic
treatment is tailored to each individual’s specific condition, taking into
account the unique characteristics of their body. The appropriate treatment
plan is always determined following a consultation with the physician.