Constipation
Long-term constipation, straining and weak digestion.
Overview
What is piles?
Piles, or haemorrhoids, are swollen veins in and around the anus. They can be inside the anal canal or come out through the anus.
Piles are often linked to long-term constipation and hard stools. They can be dry or bleeding. Internal piles tend to bleed more than external ones.
The Ayurvedic view
Ayurveda sees weak digestive fire and toxins (ama) disturbing pitta and vata. Aggravated vata causes the swelling, and aggravated pitta causes more bleeding.
Causes
What commonly triggers it
Lifestyle
Sitting for long hours, a sedentary routine and holding back natural urges.
Diet
Faulty diet with dry, heavy, stale and refined food.
Other factors
Obesity, chronic cough, pregnancy and repeated abortions.
Symptoms
Signs to notice
- Constipation and hard stools
- Itching or irritation around the anus
- Pain or bleeding while passing stool
- Pea-sized swellings at the anus (external piles)
Do not wait, get urgent medical help if you have
- Heavy bleeding or passing clots
- Black, tarry stools or feeling faint
- Severe pain with a hard, bluish lump at the anus
- Bleeding with weight loss or a lasting change in bowel habits
Ayurvedic approach
How Dr. Varun approaches care
- 1
Consultation
Dr. Varun listens to your symptoms, history, food habits and routine, and looks at any reports or medicines you already take.
- 2
Assessment
Nadi pariksha (pulse) and Prakriti (body type) assessment help him understand your individual balance.
- 3
Your plan
Where suitable, a personal plan may combine diet and routine changes, classical Ayurvedic medicines and, for some people, Panchakarma.
- 4
Follow-up
Progress is reviewed and the plan adjusted, at the clinic or on WhatsApp.
Diet & lifestyle
Small changes that help
Best avoided
- Dry, heavy, cold and stale food
- Refined and packaged food: pastries, jams, canned food
- Tea, coffee, cold drinks and alcohol
- Potato, pickles and root vegetables (carrot and radish are fine)
- Overeating, long fasting and eating during indigestion
Helpful habits
- Whole grains, barley, brown rice, dals and green leafy vegetables
- Buttermilk, amla and rock salt
- Fruits like papaya, figs, banana, pear and orange
- Plenty of water, soup and other fluids
Home remedies
From the family kitchen
Sesame oil for dry piles
For external, dry piles, apply a little sesame oil on the area and follow with a warm, moist compress.
Warm sitz bath
Sit in a tub of warm water with the buttocks covered for a few minutes.
Use these only for external piles; if there is bleeding, severe pain or you are pregnant, see Dr. Varun or your doctor first.
Your care plan
Personalised kit after a free consultation
For piles, Dr. Varun first talks with you, by video, audio or at the clinic. If Ayurvedic care suits you, he puts together a kit for you personally.
- Free video/audio consultation
- Free 1-month LivTOX liver support capsules
FAQ
Common questions
Is every case of rectal bleeding piles?
No. Bleeding can have other causes. Get it checked by a doctor, especially if it is heavy, new or comes with weight loss.
I live far from Phagwara and Jalandhar. Can I still consult?
Yes. You can book a video or audio consultation with Dr. Varun on WhatsApp from anywhere.
Not sure where to start?
Talk to Dr. Varun first. A video or audio consultation on WhatsApp works from anywhere, or visit the clinic in Phagwara or Jalandhar.
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