Oftentimes, anal fissures may heal by themselves since they are like small scratches or cuts on the skin. But because they can also irritate and give a patient an immense amount of pain, some doctors prescribe medications and herbal applications to alleviate the symptoms such as itching and bleeding. Doctors may recommend witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) to treat anal fissure and mitigate constipation.
The bark of the witch hazel is a common remedy for rectal lesions, skin ulcers, sores, tumors, internal hemorrhoids, external hemorrhoids and anal fissures. The witch hazel is also commonly named winter bloom, hamamelis water or potted adler. It is a herb that grows in Atlantic North America. Some over-the-counter ointments and treatments include witch hazel because it has antiseptic properties. The witch hazel bark helps reduce the soreness, inflammation and irritation in the anus and anal canals caused by the fissures. Additionally, witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) to treat anal fissure is highly recommended because it contains tannin and has astringent properties. Lesions and hemorrhoids will reduce in size and shrivel when witch hazel it is applied consistently. The bleeding will also be lessened until it stops. The witch hazel has anti-inflammatory qualities that reduce the swelling and tenderness in the soft tissues. It also eases bowel movements thereby reducing the pain caused by the fissure.
The witch hazel bark is watered down and made as ingredient in various plant-based treatments. Witch hazel remedies and products come in solutions, tinctures and ointments. They are also available as wipes for external hemorrhoids and as suppositories for internal fissures. Witch hazel wipes are better because ordinary tissue or toilet paper is not as silky and only increases the discomfort in the affected area. On the other hand, you can make suppositories using the witch hazel tincture, by mixing it with cocoa butter. You then form the mixture into a suppository-shaped medication and freeze it. Once ready, it can be placed inside the anus around the fissure.
Most preparations of this herb treatment contains alcohol so if you are allergic to alcohol or you have sensitive skin, you should avoid using such solutions. When you use witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) to treat anal fissure, you should do so with caution. The witch hazel can cause itchiness and irritation. It may severely redden the supple tissues in the anus and anal canal. You should use it in mild to moderation applications only.
Witch hazel is an effective ingredient in anal fissure treatments because it contains gallic acids, proanthocyandins and tannic. These components help make veins strong and tight, reducing swelling and pain. The witch hazel is even known to help treat varicose veins. The resin, flavonoids and procyanadins in the witch hazel bark helps soothe tissues, making bowel movements lighter and easier. Conversely, the witch hazel bark may also have side effects which include nausea and vomiting, when ingested such as in teas. Moreover, if it is taken orally and without prescription, it may cause damage to the liver or kidneys. If you have accidentally taken witch hazel by mouth and you experience nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or exhaustion, you should immediately call your doctor.
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