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Decoction of Zhi Ke for Washing Hemorrhoids

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Decoction of Zhi Ke for Washing Hemorrhoids,Swelling and pain from hemorrhoids, with a sensation of anal prolapse, regardless of whether the condition is acute or chronic.

Formulas Name : Decoction of Zhi Ke for Washing Hemorrhoids

Chinese Name : 洗痔枳壳汤

Drug Formulation

2 liang of Zhi Ke, 2 liang of Lai Xia Ma Cao (also known as Li Zhi Cao; available year-round; identify by its green underside, white back, and numerous mottled patterns).

Source

From *Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 8.

Benefits

Swelling and pain from hemorrhoids, with a sensation of anal prolapse, regardless of whether the condition is acute or chronic.

Instructions for Use

Take 3 large bowls of river water and decoct the two ingredients above until it boils vigorously several times. First, use the steam to fumigate the affected area, then wash it; after a considerable time, reheat the decoction and repeat the fumigation and washing. In severe cases, the condition will subside after three treatments.

Decoction of Zhi Ke for Washing Hemorrhoids,From *Authentic Treatise on Surgery*, Volume 8.,Swelling and pain from hemorrhoids, with a sensation of anal prolapse, regardless of whether the condition is acute or chronic.

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