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Remedy

Hamamelis Virginiana (witch hazel)

Hamamelis virginiana

Botanical illustration of Hamamelis Virginiana

A top remedy for hemorrhoids that bleed easily, with sore, bruised, and engorged veins. Often used when there is passive venous congestion, varicose veins, and a feeling of rawness or tenderness in the rectum after bowel movements.

Key indications

  • Hemorrhoids that bleed profusely or ooze dark blood
  • Sore, bruised, engorged rectal veins with a sense of fullness
  • Varicose veins and passive venous congestion
  • Rectum feels raw and tender after stool
Worse from

Touch, pressure, heat, warm applications

Better from

Cold compresses, cool air, rest with limbs elevated

Suggested dosage

30C twice daily; 200C once daily for persistent bleeding or engorgement. Stop as improvement sets in.

General guidance only. 200ck may be substituted for 200C potencies. Stop the remedy upon significant improvement. If no improvement after 2-3 doses in acute cases or after 4-6 weeks in chronic cases, try a different remedy. Consult a experienced practitioner if you feel you need additional help for serious or persistent symptoms.