A cut on the tissue layer surrounding the anal area is called an anal fissure, and it affects people of all ages. While not deadly like cancer or tuberculosis, anal fissure causes extreme pain and (in some cases) itching to the affected person. The affected person experiences extreme and long-lasting pain during or after a bowel movement, and may not even be able to sit properly because of the pain.
Anal fissure can be easily treated with drugs or with surgery (for more complicated cases). Examples of these substances are steroid creams hch that are applied directly on the affected area. Various natural herbs and supplements are also available for people who prefer more natural and drug-free approach in treating anal fissure.
Red Clover
Red clover (Trifolium pratense) is a flowering plant that grows in many regions around the world. It plays an important role in agriculture as fertilizer and as food for farm animals. It has also been used as medicine for centuries, and is either applied externally or ingested in the form of tea or tincture.
As medicine, red clover has been used to treat several types of cancer, cough, and diseases involving the lymphatic system. It is also used as a component of ointments and balms for skin cuts, wounds, eczema, and burns, because it promotes wound healing.
Using red clover (Trifolium pratense) to treat anal fissure
As mentioned earlier, anal fissure is a cut or a laceration of the tissues in the anal area. The cut therefore has to be healed to prevent it from tearing further and to prevent infection from setting in. A tincture or extract of red clover can be applied to the affected area several times a day. The affected person can also drink red clover tea, which contains anti-inflammatory properties and strengthens the immune system.
While the use of red clover (Trifolium pratense) to treat anal fissure is not commonly known, it has properties that can help the condition. These properties are worth studying in the near future to discover other valuable substances found in the plant.
The antispasmodic property of red clover also helps a person with anal fissure by preventing spasms in the anal canal, and thus minimizing the pain felt by the affected person. Red clover also has antibacterial properties, which prevent infection of the fissure and hastens healing. Thus, using red clover (Trifolium pretense) to treat anal fissure is a suitable alternative to steroid creams or other synthetic chemicals.
Other than tea and tincture, red clover is also available in capsule and extract forms. All three preparations of red clover are easily available in health stores. Instructions on how to make red clover tea, capsule and tincture are available in books or in specialized websites.
Adverse reactions of red clover
Women with reproductive health disorders (e.g., uterine fibroids and endometriosis) are advised to refrain from ingesting red clover. This is because, in addition to its medicinal properties, red clover also contains substances that mimic the hormone estrogen. Presence of these substances in the body may worsen pre-existing reproductive disorders, although there are also studies that show the opposite. In cases like this, people – especially women – are advised to consult a doctor regarding possible side effects before attempting to use red clover.
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