Piles are defined as dilated, swollen veins around the anus and/or in the lower rectum. Piles can manifest by showing various signs and symptoms, but in some cases, bleeding along with the stool is the only sign indicating the presence of piles. The blood is bright red and may pass with the stool or may be visible in piles on the toilet paper. Constipation, difficulty passing stools as well as loose stools, sitting for long periods of time, heavy lifting, and pregnancy can cause bleeding piles. Bleeding without any pain is the most common sign of internal piles. Internal piles are the ones that lie in the rectum and cannot be seen or felt from the outside. The external hemorrhoids (i.e. the hemorrhoids that are visible or palpable near the anus) can also bleed in some cases. Another type of pile, called a thrombosis pile, can also cause bleeding that is quite serious. With these types of piles, a blood clot forms in the veins. If thrombus piles ulcerate or break, it can cause severe bleeding that requires immediate medical attention. This can happen if the stool becomes full or if hard stool damages the surface of the pile.
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy can be very helpful in treating bleeding piles. Homeopathic medicines are medicines from natural sources. They control the intensity and frequency of bleeding from piles. In addition to bleeding, they can effectively control all associated signs and symptoms, such as pain, burning, itching, anal tenderness, and swelling and lump at the anus. These drugs are very safe to use without any side effects. It is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor. Homeopathy is recommended for cases of mild to moderate bleeding. In case of heavy bleeding due to thrombosis piles, homeopathy is not recommended and urgent help from conventional treatment is required.
Homeopathic medicines for piles
1. Hamamelis – Leading medicine
Hamamelis is the best medicine in homeopathy to treat cases of bleeding piles. This medicine helps control bleeding and provides quick relief. Among other symptoms, the anus can be sore and painful to the touch. A burning sensation is felt in the anus. Itching can be felt at the anus. In some cases, pulsation in the rectum is also a complaint. A feeling of fullness and weight is felt in the rectum. The stool may be hard and covered in mucus. In cases where Hamamelis is required, the bleeding is followed by excessive weakness.
2. Nux vomica – together with constipation
Nux Vomica is a very suitable medicine for bleeding hemorrhoids and constipation. The main feature of using this medicine is a constant, ineffective urge to have a bowel movement. Those who require this pass stool several times a day, but the stool is insufficient and unsatisfactory with a feeling of ‘never done’. Burning and aching pain is felt in the anus. The burning sensation worsens after several hours of defecation and becomes worse with the slightest touch. Itching is felt at the anus, which disturbs sleep. This medicine is especially indicated when the symptoms of piles are aggravated by taking spicy foods, coffee and alcohol.
3. Millefolium – For bright red bleeding
Millefolium is the second best natural medicine to control bright red blood loss from hemorrhoids. Bleeding usually occurs after exercise or lifting heavy weights that require this medicine. There may be loose stools with mucus which is necessary in some cases. Foul-smelling gas may flow from the rectum.
4. Nitric acid – along with pain
Nitric acid is an effective medicine to treat cases of bleeding piles and pain. In cases where this is necessary, a sharp, pricking, stabbing or cutting pain is felt in the rectum. The pain is clearly visible after passing stool. Swelling appears near the anus. In addition to the above, a burning sensation may be felt at the anus. The anus is painful (sensitive to touch). There is a feeling of constant weight and pressure in the rectum. The anus feels constricted. Even with the slightest touch there is a feeling of sharp sticks piercing the anus.
5. Phosphorus – along with burning in the anus
Another medicine that provides relief from bleeding pimples is Phosphorus. In cases where this medicine is needed, intense burning in the anus is felt due to piles and bleeding. Needle-like prickling pain is felt at the anus. In some cases, tearing pain occurs in the anus. Applying heat provides relief. Itching of the anus is also felt. With passing gas, protrusion of piles from the rectum may be noted.
6. Erigeron – With hard lumpy stools
Erigeron is a well indicated medicine for bleeding piles and hard, lumpy stools. In addition, a burning sensation is felt at the anal edges. The anus feels as if it is torn. In cases where this is necessary, the bleeding is bright red in color.
7. Aloe Socotrina – With excellent piles
Aloe Socotrina is a very useful medicine against protruding piles and bleeding. The piles appear like a bunch of grapes near the anus. The piles are very painful and sensitive to the touch. Pain gets better by applying cold water to the anus. The anus itches and gives a burning sensation. In addition to the above symptoms, a constant pressure is felt in the rectum.
8. Collinsonia – For painful bleeding piles
This medicine is valuable for controlling painful bleeding piles. A very characteristic symptom indicating its use is the feeling as if the rectum were full of sharp sticks or sand. The feeling of tightness is also clearly visible at the anus. There is also a burning sensation near the anus. There is constipation along with the above symptoms. The stool is hard and accompanied by pain and gas. Anal prolapse with piles can also be seen in cases where this medicine is required.
9. Muriatic acid – for very sore, sensitive (painful to the touch) piles
Hydrochloric acid is an important medicine to treat painful, tender piles with bleeding. The piles are extremely painful to the touch. Clear blood is drained from the anus. Bleeding leads to weakness. The piles look blue and swollen. With the above complaints, stabbing pain is felt in the anus. The burning can also be felt in the stacks.
10. Sulfur – When accompanied by pain and burning
Sulfur is a very useful medicine in cases of bleeding piles accompanied by pain and burning in the anus. The stool is hard. Stacks are big. A constant urge to pass stool is felt in the rectum. Stabbing pain also appears from the anus upwards. Throbbing pain also occurs near the anus. Anal pain is worse when lying down and better when standing. In addition to the above, an unbearable itching of the anus is felt. It gets worse at night and disrupts sleep. The anus is also swollen and painful to the touch.
11. Capsicum – With burning of the anus from pepper
Capsicum can be considered in cases where severe burning is prominent near the anus. The burn is so intense that it feels as sharp as when applying pepper. When this medicine is needed, a stabbing pain is felt in the anus. An itching and throbbing sensation may occur near the anus. Pain in the anus can be another complaint. An ineffective urge to urinate can be accompanied by the above-mentioned complaints.