Houttuynia Sitz Bath for Anal Fissure

SurgeryAnal fissureHerbal sitz bathSteam

Ingredients

  • Houttuynia (yuxingcao) 150 g

Principle

Houttuynia clears heat, detoxifies, and reduces swelling. A hot decoction for steam-then-sitz bathing improves local circulation and eases pain.

Effects & uses

For painful fissure flares with bleeding; some popular sources note quick pain relief after a few baths (pattern differentiation required).

Method

  1. Decoct houttuynia in 1000 ml water; after boiling, simmer 5 minutes and strain; repeat twice more and combine all batches.

How to use

  • Steam then sitz-bathe while warm, once nightly before sleep, 15–20 minutes.

Caution

External use only—not for drinking. Pregnancy and broken skin—use cautiously. Severe fissure needs medical care. Not a substitute for surgery or drugs.

Source

Life Times, houttuynia bath for anal fissure. Pending manual verification.

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