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Cayenne for Hemorrhoids: Benefits and How to Use It

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Cayenne pepper, known for its spicy flavor and vibrant red color, is a popular spice in many culinary dishes. However, it is also valued for its medicinal properties, particularly in traditional medicine. Cayenne contains capsaicin, an active compound that offers a range of health benefits, including pain relief and improved circulation. This article explores how cayenne pepper can be used to help alleviate hemorrhoid symptoms, providing natural relief and promoting healing.

Benefits of Cayenne for Hemorrhoids

Cayenne pepper offers several potential benefits for individuals suffering from hemorrhoids:

  1. Pain Relief: Capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat in cayenne, can help reduce pain by depleting substance P, a neurotransmitter that sends pain signals to the brain. This action may provide relief from the discomfort associated with hemorrhoids.
  2. Improved Circulation: Cayenne pepper is known to stimulate blood circulation, which can help reduce the swelling and inflammation of hemorrhoidal tissues. Improved circulation also supports the healing process.
  3. Anti-inflammatory Effects: Capsaicin has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce the inflammation and irritation often associated with hemorrhoids.

How to Use Cayenne for Hemorrhoids

Cayenne pepper can be used both internally and externally to manage hemorrhoid symptoms:

  • Oral Consumption: Cayenne can be consumed in capsule form or as a spice in food. To take it as a supplement, follow the dosage instructions provided on the product label or consult a healthcare provider. Starting with a small amount and gradually increasing the dose can help minimize digestive discomfort.
  • Topical Application: Cayenne creams and ointments containing capsaicin are available for topical use. Apply a small amount to the affected area to help alleviate pain and inflammation. It is important to use these products with caution, as they can cause a burning sensation.

Precautions and Considerations

While cayenne pepper is generally safe when used in moderation, there are some precautions to consider:

  • Skin Sensitivity: When applied topically, cayenne can cause a burning sensation or skin irritation. Testing a small area first and avoiding applying it to broken skin or open wounds is advisable.
  • Gastrointestinal Effects: Consuming large amounts of cayenne pepper may cause stomach irritation or digestive discomfort. Those with sensitive stomachs or digestive issues should use caution and consult with a healthcare provider before use.
  • Interactions with Medications: Cayenne pepper can interact with certain medications, including blood thinners and medications for high blood pressure. Consult a healthcare provider if you take any medications or have underlying health conditions.

In conclusion, cayenne pepper can be a helpful natural remedy for managing hemorrhoid symptoms. Its pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and circulation-boosting properties make it a valuable addition to a holistic approach to hemorrhoid care.

Continue reading for feedback from our readers who have tried the cayenne treatment for hemorrhoids!

The comments below reflect the personal experiences and opinions of readers and do not represent medical advice or the views of this website. The information shared has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease or health condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.
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Posted by Suzanne (South Fl) on 08/22/2018
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I am pregnant and had gotten hemmoroids, tried everything otc . After 12 hours of no relief, I ended up in the ER. After some pricey prescription, I finally got relief but a few days later they were back and bigger than ever :(

I looked on earth clinic and tried the cayenne pepper tea... right before bed. I woke up at 3 am and the newest addition was gone!! Better relief than the medication and worked much faster!! I highly recommend.

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Posted by Brad (Miami, Florida) on 08/24/2017
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(This is going to be a little graphic)

I had hemorrhoids for about two years. Sometimes they shrunk, sometimes they grew, but they were always there.

I initially tried the cotton ball apple cider vinegar technique for a couple days, and that helped a lot on the first day. They shrunk tremendously, but I still could feel the bigger ones when I stuck my finger up there. They were smaller than they were, but still bulging and very present. I did the apple cider technique twice a day for three days, but saw no real improvement past the first day, and ended up giving up on it. Hurt like crazy but gave no real results.

As a last ditch effort I ordered some 500mg cayenne tablets, which I read were also helpful for hems. I started taking one tablet every morning for the past 5 days, and haven't really examined the inside of my rectum since- I guess I kind of expected the cayenne not to work and was just taking it for the loads of other benefits. Today in the shower I decided to check again, not expecting it to be much better, but man was I pleasantly surprised.

I used to feel the same few hems which felt like internal skin tags, one that was about 50% bigger and longer than the others. This time I could find none of them. I really got in there because I couldn't believe they were gone, and all I could feel was a sort of scab-like texture where the hemorrhoids used to be. I assume they are truly scabs of some sort that are still continuing to heal the affected area. I am going to continue taking the cayenne pepper tablets, and hopefully I'll have a completely smooth passageway soon.

I would highly suggest trying cayenne pepper, I ordered mine off Amazon. Go with a kosher brand. Maybe try the apple cider vinegar initially too, as I cannot discount the fact that it did shrink them the first time and perhaps continued to work over time.

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Posted by Glea (Indiana) on 08/23/2013
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I just started drinking cayenne pepper in tomato juice and am noticing my hemmoroids/skin tags are shrinking! I read on a cayenne pepper website that it helps with this condition and it seems to be true! :) There are many other benefits to cayenne pepper as well, some are here on Earth Clinic.

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Posted by Kitty (Seattle, Wash) on 08/08/2012
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I had just finished a course of antibiotics which I really hate taking, and I had taken probiotics 2-3 a day but I was told you should triple it. Anyhow I had the worse case of hemorrhoid afterwards, first time for me. I put some cayenne mixed with virgin coconut oil and put it on it are of the hemorrhoids it really burned for awhile then felt fine.

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Posted by Sally (Vancouver Bc, Canada) on 04/25/2011
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Anyone suffering from hemorrhoids will find relief by drinking cayenne pepper in warm water. If you GOOGLE the healing benefits of cayenne, you will see this is brilliant at healing this issue. Try 1/3 a TEAspoon in a cup of warm water, add lemon for flavor if you like. Let your mouth feel the heat as it activates salivary glands to aid in digestion. Drink twice a day.

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Posted by Sarah (Overland Park, Ks) on 04/08/2011
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I have been in excrutiating pain for five days due to several prolapsed thrombosed hemorrhoids (gotta love childbirth). Last night it got so bad that I couldn't sit, lay, stand, sleep, etc. -- despite heavy pain meds, sitz baths, Prep H, etc. (If it had been any other illness, I would have had my husband take me to the emergency room, but I was too embarassed. ) In desperation, I Googled "hemorrhoid home remedies" and came upon this website. I saw how many people swear that cayenne pepper tea cures hemorrhoids, so I thought what the heck, I'll try it.

I went to the kitchen and made myself a cup of cayenne pepper tea at around 3 am. I was worried that it would upset my stomach, but it didn't. The only thing I noticed was that it sort of burned my throat on the way down, but it wasn't anything painful. When I woke up this morning, I noticed my hemorroids weren't quite as painful but thought that it could just be a coincidence. Nevertheless, I drank another cup of cayenne pepper tea this morning. This afternoon, I drank another glass. Guess what? It's 10:15 pm and my hemorrhoids are completely GONE in less than 24 hours! I've never believed in homeopathic/herbal remedies before, but I am definitely now a convert. I don't know how or why, but the cayenne pepper worked. Try this before pursuing surgery!

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Posted by Evangeline (San Jose, Ca) on 12/16/2010
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Cayenne for hemorrhoids.

I bought a book about the coconut cures, it tells in the book that coconut oil and cayenne powder mix equal parts to make a poultice. And apply to the affected area followed a coat of coconut oil several times throughout the day to speed healing it stop itching and it truly works. Then take 100 mg of grape seed extract and a capsule of cayenne pepper with each meal till the hemorrhoids regress. I didnt know about cayenne pepper capsule thought it comes only in powder so I went online and found out about the healing cures of cayenne, my hemorrhoids was so severe that i was almost make an appt with my doctor but scared of surgery, i am healed no ibs or itchy butt syndrome, it works and i believed cayenne, i am taking a capsule of cayenne after breakfast meal everyday i feel good.

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Posted by Richard (Winston Salem, North Carolina) on 06/23/2008
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Cayenne pepper rememdies: cayenne pepper foot baths will completely cure bad feet, although if you continue to work on hard floors the cure might need to be repeated every so often. Also, cayenne pepper does wonders on hemorrhoids when mixed with an otc ointment (not vaseline). Go very light on this one and be ready to wash it off yourself if you can't stand the burning. I've also tried cayenne pepper in a vaseline salve that I made on the cookstove that completely cured the bursitis in my shoulder.

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(Nyc, Ny)
10/30/2017

WARNING!

WARNING! Be very careful applying cayenne pepper to hemorrhoid directly. Just do it for external ones. I tried it for an internal one once and my rectum became heavily inflamed, very painful for a long period and I urinated blood. And to make things worse, it caused my hemorrhoid to become prolapsed!

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Posted by Mario (Davao City, Philippines) on 03/25/2008
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Hemorrhoids or piles is something genetic in our family. My paternal grandmother had it, my father, my uncles and aunts, all then of them, had it. In family reunions, hemorrhoids was an intimate, humorous conversation piece among them. Years later, eight of us brothers and sisters would have it too. Two of my brothers underwent painful operations to remove their hemorrhoids. I thought, soon I'd be going through the same ordeal too as I was already bleeding everytime I do my morning rituals. That's when I read about cayenne pepper. I took 3 capsules with meals everyday for three months in 2002. Miracle of miracles, my hemorrhoids disappeared...vanished without a trace. For five years now. I only stopped taking it when I was diagnosed for hyperthyroid. After getting into this website, I think I'll go back to taking cayenne pepper again especially because I am hypertensive and has a high cholesterol nowadays. Will get in touch again after a few weeks. Thanks for a very helpful and inspiring forum like this.



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