KWAKOK (Bla.)
Methods of Preparation & Administration
Using the flower:
- Using the flower, push the hemorrhoids back to the anus.
Alternative method to treat hemorrhoids using the flower: Cut the flower into 14 pieces and use the even-ordered slices, i.e. 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th, 10th, 12th, and 14th slices (a total of 7 pieces). Press the pieces against the infected area for a couple of minutes.
Using the rootstock:
- Cut the rootstock into 14 pieces. Use only the even-ordered slices (a total of 7 pieces) as in the prior method.
- Wrap the pieces in a banana leaf and heat.
- Have the patient crouch directly above the wrapped rootstock exposing the hemorrhoids.
- Unwrap and let the smoke pass through the patient’s hemorrhoids.
References
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