There are many scary movies depicting bloody scene in the toilet. But have you ever wondered that similar effects of bloody experiences do happen in real life and that it also terribly a scary ordeal. Not just bloody but also too painful as well to tell. Rectal bleeding is one of the many symptoms of anal fissure. It is the tear or crack in the anal canal and anus brought upon by hard and large stools. It is common when one experiences constipation to feel extreme discomfort in moving stools. Discomfort is an understatement in the experience of anal fissure. Severe pain that might last for a few minutes could extend to hours after bowel movement. Irritation around the anus area is also noticed. But can this be resolved? The answer is yes.
When symptoms for anal fissure are experienced, immediately consult your doctor for the proper diagnosis and appropriate treatment. You might be prescribed medicines and some cream to relieve the pain but the healing of the tear which causes the bleeding and the pain is also of main focus of treatment. There are many home remedies for anal fissure and with it is the many plants said to be effective for it. One might encounter the herb Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) to treat anal fissure.
Echinacea is grown as an ornamental plant. But it is also a valuable herb for traditional medicine. It thrives in moist soil and can tolerate dry spells when it is firmly rooted to the ground. As an herbal medicine, it is used mostly for the treatment of infections. It is frequently used to fight infections on the upper respiratory system such as the common cold. Modern research has confirmed the plant’s effectiveness in reducing cold symptoms but not however, its prevention. As an herb to fight infection, it is also used to treat infections in the tonsils, urinary tract and bloodstream. Infections caused by streptococcus bacteria, malaria, diphtheria, genital herpes and infection in the vagina caused by yeast are also treated by the herb. Is it really an option to use Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) to treat anal fissure?
Medical literature doesn’t provide much regarding the use of the herb Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) to treat anal fissure. However, it is used for other problems in the digestive tract such as heartburn or acid reflux and acid indigestion. The herb is prepared and commercially available as tablets, tea and juice. And it might also cause allergic reactions to people who are already allergic to mums, marigold, daisies and ragweed.
Explore other options for the treatment of anal fissure. Talk to your doctor about what remedies are comfortable and appropriate for lifestyle and health. It is good to avoid constipation which might worsen the anal fissure and remember to treat diarrhea immediately so that it will not result to anal fissure. Exercise, proper diet and taking lots of liquid are among the best solutions in the prevention of anal fissure. Without a doubt, your doctor will agree.
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