Oral raw rhubarb decoction may lead to diarrhea and aggravate hemorrhoids. However, rhubarb has the effects of purging fire and detoxifying, removing blood stasis and dredging menstruation. It is used to decoct water and sit in the bath together with other external Chinese medicines, and it can also help treat hemorrhoids. Many traditional Chinese medicine prescriptions for treating damp-heat downward hemorrhoid contain raw rhubarb. Therefore, the main topic is to use rhubarb and try not to take it orally.

Patients with hemorrhoids should pay special attention to anus care besides sitz bath, specifically, sitting position ventilation, flushing with water after defecation and fumigation sitz bath to ensure enough time. Anal nursing is the basis of anorectal rehabilitation. If this is not done well, medication and surgery are meaningless. General anorectal hospitals will offer anorectal rehabilitation packages for patients, which include hand-held washing clothes to help them wash with water after defecation; Painless breathable pad helps to suspend anus and promote wound healing; The anal hydrotherapy device is placed on the toilet to help the sitting position complete fumigation and sitz bath, ensuring time. But the price of the hospital is at least twice as expensive as Taobao, so it is more cost-effective to prepare yourself.

In addition, a reasonable diet is also very important for patients with hemorrhoids. Avoid spicy food, eat more fruits and vegetables to prevent constipation, develop regular defecation habits, and avoid sedentary. Finally, I wish you a speedy recovery!