How does cactus treat hemorrhoids? Analysis of hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days
Recently, discussions about "cactus treating hemorrhoids" have soared on social media and health forums, with many netizens sharing their experience in folk remedies, attracting widespread attention. This article will analyze this topic from the perspective of science and folk remedies based on hot data from the entire Internet in the past 10 days, and attach structured data for reference.
1. Analysis of hot discussion trends across the entire network
According to keyword monitoring, the search volume for "cactus cures hemorrhoids" has increased significantly in the past 10 days, and the main discussion platforms are concentrated on Weibo, Zhihu and Xiaohongshu. The following is the heat distribution data:
| Platform | Amount of related topics | Peak popularity date |
|---|---|---|
| 12,000 items | 2023-11-05 | |
| Zhihu | 800+answers | 2023-11-08 |
| little red book | 5000+ notes | 2023-11-07 |
2. Folk methods of treating hemorrhoids with cactus
The folk remedies shared by netizens are mainly divided into two categories: external use and internal use. The following is a summary of common methods:
| method type | Specific operations | claimed effect |
|---|---|---|
| External use | Remove the thorns from the cactus, crush it and apply it to the affected area | Anti-inflammatory and analgesic |
| Take internally | Drink cactus juice with honey | relieve constipation |
| compound therapy | Cactus + aloe vera mixture for external application | speed up healing |
3. Verification from a scientific perspective
Medical experts point out that the polysaccharides and flavonoids contained in cactus do have certain anti-inflammatory effects, but there are risks when used directly to treat hemorrhoids:
1.stimulus risk: Cactus sap may cause skin allergies;
2.Infection risk: Unsterilized plant raw materials can easily lead to bacterial infection;
3.Limitations of efficacy: Only mild symptoms may be relieved, severe hemorrhoids require professional treatment.
4. Comparison of recommendations from authoritative organizations
| Institution/Expert | Summary of ideas |
|---|---|
| China Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine | “Folk remedies need to be cautious, and it is recommended to give priority to clinically proven drugs.” |
| Beijing Anorectal Hospital | "There is no medical basis for external application of cactus and may delay the condition." |
| Nutrition expert Professor Wang | “Prickly pear dietary fiber contributes to gut health but is not directly related to hemorrhoid treatment.” |
5. Recommendation of safe alternatives
For patients with hemorrhoids, the following scientific methods are recommended:
1.diet modification: Increase dietary fiber and drink more water;
2.drug selection: Local anesthetic ointment containing lidocaine;
3.surgical treatment: For III-IV degree hemorrhoids, stapled hemorrhoidectomy (PPH) should be considered.
Conclusion
Although the folk remedy of cactus for treating hemorrhoids has become popular recently, it lacks clinical evidence support. Patients should view online information rationally and seek medical treatment in a timely manner. The statistical period of the data in this article is from November 1 to 10, 2023, reflecting the phased discussion trend.
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