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Piles is a condition in which there is swelling on the inner and outer part of the anus. In piles, the veins of the inner part of the anus swell, which not only causes severe pain but sometimes, bleeding from the anus is noted as well. In some cases, warts also develop on pushing during bowel movements.
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Cause of hemorrhoids
According to health experts, there can be many reasons behind the development of piles along with poor diet. Some reasons include straining during bowel movements, sitting on a toilet sheet for a long time, chronic diarrhea or constipation, obesity, pregnancy, consuming a low-fiber diet and lifting heavy objects regularly. In piles, people have a lot of trouble while getting up and sitting. If this disease is not treated on time, then it is possible to need an operation later.
People often take the help of home remedies to get rid of the symptoms of piles. Some people also recommend using turmeric in the treatment of piles. However, no research has been done on this yet. If you want to use turmeric in the treatment of piles, then consult a doctor first.
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Turmeric for piles
Turmeric, which is rich in medicinal properties, is used in Indian homes to enhance the colour and taste of food. At the same time, it also proves beneficial in many types of health problems. Turmeric is considered very economical in piles and, according to some experts, it can help in stopping the bleeding.
It has been proved in many research studies that apart from the curcumin elements present in turmeric, the antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral, antioxidant, anticarcinogenic and antibiotic properties of the herb provide relief from problems caused by piles.
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Use of turmeric to stop bleeding due to piles
Turmeric and Onion for Piles
Mix a little mustard oil and turmeric in the juice of one onion. Apply this paste to the affected area. If you want, you can also consume this paste. To stop the bleeding in 2-3 hours, the victim should have 2 to 3 spoons of this turmeric paste every 30 minutes. Before adopting home remedies of turmeric, you must consult your doctor once.
Turmeric and Coconut Oil for Piles
You can also use turmeric mixed with coconut oil for piles. The anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric when combined with coconut oil make for a powerful combination. You can apply a mixture of turmeric and coconut oil to external hemorrhoids with the help of cotton.
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Turmeric and Aloe Vera Gel for Piles
Apart from turmeric, aloe vera gel can also be used in the treatment of piles. Aloe vera is very effective in dealing with skin related problems. The anti-inflammatory properties present in it help in reducing irritation. If you are planning to use aloe vera gel in piles, then make the gel at home. For this, cut the aloe vera leaves, take out their gel and apply it to the affected area. Please know that some people are allergic to aloe vera gel. In such a situation, rub aloe vera gel on your hand first and wait for about 24 to 48 hours for a reaction. If you do not have an allergy, then you can use it safely but it's best to take the advice of the doctor first.
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