An anal fissure is a crack or tear found in the lining of the anal canal. Also known as anal ulcer, it can cause extreme discomfort and bleeding during bowel movements. Usually, the condition heals on its own in four to six weeks, without seeking the help of medical specialists.
To prevent or reduce chances of developing anal fissures in the future, it is suggested that one must have plenty of fiber in his or her diet. Exercising regularly while staying well hydrated through drinking plenty of fluids can also help avoid anal fissures.
Opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) is a plant that grows in Southeastern Europe and Western Asia. Opium, the latex derived in this annual herb, may be used for various medicinal treatments. It can be used to relieve oneself from pain, induce sleep and help in bowel movements. However, because of its high potential for drug abuse, the legality of P. somniferum and its components vary around the world.
Cultivation of the Opium poppy is illegal in Germany, United Arab Emirates, and United States. The Drug Enforcement Administration in the USA even listed Opium as a Schedule II controlled substance. In other countries like United Kingdom, the government allows the cultivation of the plant, but requires special license for extracting Opium for medicinal purposes.
In some books, the terms used interchangeably with Opium or Poppy seeds include Khaskhas, Apheem, Aaphim Postadaanaa, Aphini, Aalan, Avil and Oriental poppy.
The primary focus to treat an anal fissure is to relieve the constipation of the patient. Addressing the said symptom will break the cycle of hard bowel movement, pain felt by the patient, and constipation getting worse. Doing so will lead to soft bowel movements, making passing bowels easier and less painful for the patient.
Homeophatic prescriptions often give Opium as prescription to people who suffer from constipation. The outer husk of Poppy seeds is a good source of dietary fiber. 19.5g, or 51% of the recommended daily allowance for dietary fiber can be obtained in 100g of raw seeds. Most of this fiber is insoluble, which is metabolically inert, and as a result, can lead to bulking. This will aid in digestion through absorption of water down the digestive tract and as a result, it eases defecation, thereby treating the constipation problem.
A suggested way to make a homemade remedy is by making a liquid mixture out of honey and Opium. The seeds of Opium may be roasted and then processed until a powdery texture is achieved. After which, the powder is combined with honey and then consumed.
If patient has low pain tolerance and the anal fissure is irritating him, dried poppy seeds may also be used as painkiller. The seeds contain small amounts of Opium alkaloids, like morphine, thebaine, codeine, and papaverine. These alkaloids have been proven to soothe pain by mimicking the body’s own painkillers.
Although Opium Poppy has many benefits, especially in the medicinal field, drugs derived from the said herb must be consumed in moderation due to the substance being highly addictive.
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