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Ayurvedic Herbal Treatment for Fistula-in-ano

Ano–rectal disorders are a very common problem these days. It is a very common disorder that affects a large number of population. It is commonly found in both Men and Women.

Fistula-in-ano is a connecting channel between an opening outside and the other one inside. There is frequent pus discharge from the fistula opening which appears in the form of foul smelling purulent discharge.

FORMATION OF ANAL FISTULA

Anal fistula is formed by the rupture of an abscess that forms anywhere in the hip region and the perineum. This cyst when ruptures, the infection starts progressing in a particular direction until it forms a second opening in the anal tract. As a result, a fistula is formed.

Multiple tracts may form at a single site and lead to the development of complicated fistulas.

TYPES OF ANAL FISTULA

According to Ayurveda, fistula can be compared to a disease mentioned in great details in the texts of Sushruta samhita. It is known as “BHAGANDARA”.

It occurs in five ways depending upon the involvement of the three body energies namely, Vata, Pitta and Kapha and any other external factors. The names of the five types are as follows:-

Shataponak – vitiated vata dosha
Ushtragreeva – vitiated pitta dosha
Paristravi –vitiated kapha dosha
Shambukavarta – all the three doshas are vitiated
Unmargi – due to external causes like any trauma or injury.

AYURVEDIC HERBAL TREATMENT FOR ANAL FISTULA

Ayurvedic treatment for anal fistula is very popular as there are no specific modern medicines or procedures that are able to effectively cure the condition.

Even in Ayurvedic texts, Bhagandara disease is considered to be one of the most difficult one’s to treat, which has a very bad prognosis and has very high chances of recurrence.

There are many herbs mentioned in ancient ayurvedic texts which work very well for the treatment and management of disorders like Anal fistula.

Especially, the fistula with all three dosha vitiation and the ones with severe pus discharge from the anus and having worms and stool discharge from the fistula are considered incurable.

There are many herbs which are popularly used in the treatment of this disorder. Let us have a look at a few of them in detail.

GUGGUL

Its Latin name is Commiphora mukul. It is a great herbal medicine that is very beneficial for the treatment of any kind of inflammation in the body. Guggul Capsule helps to control the infection and inflammation at the site of fistula and helps to reduce the symptoms of pain and burningin and around the anus.

TRIPHALA

Triphala is a combination of Amalaki, Harara, Bahera which is very useful for the treatment of all kinds of digestive problems like bloating of abdomen, gastritis, irregular bowel movements etc.

Triphala Capsule helps not only to regularize the bowel movement, it also helps to avoid inflammation that can aggravate the fistula condition.

It is especially beneficial when there is direct vitiation of the three body energies in the body. It helps to stabilize the vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas and help in rapid healing of the disease.

TURMERIC

It is one of the best herbs which helps to maintain a stable environment inside the body. It has an active pigment named curcumin which is responsible for its great effects on the inflammatory sites in the body.

Turmeric is an important herbal remedy for dealing with all kinds of inflammatory conditions in the body.

BOSWELLIA SERRATA

Boswellia serrata is another herb which is very useful for managing the problems of swelling, inflammation, burning at the site of the fistula. It also promotes rapid healing and delays the progress of the fistula inside the body.

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Home Remedies for Gas/Flatulence

Gas or flatulence is a common part of our daily metabolism. Passing gas through anus is as important as passing stools regularly.

All the people pass approximately 10- 14 times of gas per day. So, no one escapes this embarrassing reality. Gas that is non –smelly and passed at regular intervals without any bloating is absolutely normal.

But when due to any reason the amount of gas produced increases and it is also accompanied by severe bloating of abdomen, burping and stinky smell, something needs to be done.

The cause of smell is the presence of sulfur compounds in the air expelled that are produced as a result of the fermentation of the undigested food that is accumulating in the intestines.

It may be a result of over eating or a faulty metabolism. In either case, strict measures need to be taken to avoid similar embarrassing situations in the future.

Here we bring to you quick home remedies to relieve bloating of the abdomen.

REMEDY 1 – FENNEL SEEDS

Take 1 -2 teaspoon full of fennel seeds and consume them after meals. It is a great digestive and helps to relieve the bad smell of the fart. It can secondarily work as an ideal mouth freshener.

You can alternatively soak them in your normal drinking water. Consume this water daily instead of the normal plain water to get long lasting results.

REMEDY 2 – THYME SEEDS

Take 2 – 3 g of thyme seeds and consume with water. Take this two to three times per day, preferably half an hour after meals.

This is a sure shot way to neutralize the excess vata in the intestines.

REMEDY 3 – YOGHURT

Yoghurt is a very effective herbal remedy for all kinds of digestive problems. It is a natural probiotic that replenishes the intestinal flora which is responsible for maintaining a healthy digestion.

Yoghurt can be consumed as a part of the daily meal. Be cautious to use yoghurt preferably in breakfast or lunch hours only. Consuming yoghurt or its products at night can cause worsening of symptoms, and water retention in the body.

REMEDY 4 – BUTTERMILK

This is another delicious home remedy that you can try at home to relieve bloating.

Take a glass of fresh buttermilk, which has a sweet taste and is not too sour. Mix a pinch of salt and even smaller amounts of Asafetida + caraway seeds to the glass and drink at least 2 – 3 times per day.

This is a great digestive drink which not only improves the digestion but also helps to effectively reduce flatulence.

REMEDY 5 – GINGER AND BLACK PEPPER

Take equal amounts of dried ginger powder, black pepper and rock salt and mix well. Consume this mixture, two – three times per day, preferable before meals.

Ginger and black pepper are both great at improving the digestion and reducing gas and flatulence.

REMEDY 6 – ONION AND TURMERIC

Take 2 -3 table spoon full of fresh onion juice and mix it with a pinch of turmeric. This should be consumed on an empty stomach.

Make sure that there is a gap of at least half an hour between the juice and meals.

Turmeric and onion both fight the fermenting toxins and neutralize them to prevent the formation of excessive gas in the large intestines that results in flatulence.

REMEDY 7 –PAWAN MUKTA AASANA

Lie down straight on a yoga mat spread evenly on the floor. Lift your legs and fold them to bring them close to your stomach and abdomen.

You can hold the legs with your hands and stay in this position for some time.

Do this for 30 seconds and then repeat a few more times.

Regular practice of this asana helps to relieve the excess gas accumulated in the stomach on a daily basis.

REMEDY 8 – CINNAMON

Take half a tea spoon full of cinnamon powder and boil it in a glass of water.

Let this mixture cool down until lukewarm and drink it once to twice daily half an hour to one hour before meals.

Cinnamon is a great vata neutralizer which effectively enhances digestion and relieves the gas or flatus.

REMEDY 9 – HONEY AND LEMON

Take half a lemon and squeeze it in a glass of water. Add one to two tablespoonful of honey to it and drink this mixture on an empty stomach every morning.

You can also repeat it once or twice during the day. It works wonderfully to soften a hard and bloated abdomen.

REMEDY 10 – MINT LEAVES

Make mint an integral part of your diet. You can garnish you food with fresh mint leaves every day.

Alternatively, you can prepare a decoction of the mint leaves and consume it one or two times daily.

You can also chew a few mint leaves and incorporate it in your salads.