Blood in Stool Is Called What, and Can Ayurveda Treat It Naturally? - #16281

Last week, I noticed something that really freaked me out—after using the bathroom, there was bright red blood in my stool. At first, I thought maybe it was just irritation from something I ate, but then it happened again the next day. It’s not a huge amount, but enough to make me worry. I searched online and found out that blood in stool is called hematochezia if it’s bright red and melena if it’s dark and tarry. But I have no idea what’s causing it. I don’t have any major pain, just some discomfort after passing stool. Sometimes I feel a burning sensation, especially when I eat spicy food. I also struggle with constipation on and off, so I’m wondering if straining too much might have caused this. Could this be hemorrhoids? Or something more serious? I went to a doctor, and they said it could be minor, probably due to a fissure or piles, but if it continues, I might need tests like a colonoscopy. They gave me a stool softener and a cream, but I want to know if Ayurveda has a better solution. I really don’t want this turning into a chronic issue. Does Ayurveda have treatments for this? I read that blood in stool is called Rakta Atisara or Arsha in Ayurvedic terms, and that herbs like Triphala, Haritaki, and Kutaj can help. But do they work for all types of bleeding, or does it depend on the root cause? Also, I’ve heard that certain foods can make this worse. Should I be avoiding spicy and oily food completely? Are there specific Ayurvedic dietary changes that can help heal the intestines and prevent this from happening again? If anyone has dealt with this naturally, please share what worked for you. I really don’t want to rely on creams and medicines forever. How long does it take for Ayurveda to heal something like this?