Hemorrhoids refer to piles, and there is usually no definitive statement on which acupoint is best for moxibustion treatment for piles. The effectiveness of moxibustion for piles cannot be generalized, as piles are typically classified into two types: damp-heat descending type and qi and blood deficiency type. The choice of acupoints for moxibustion depends on the type of piles. For damp-heat descending type piles, moxibustion can be applied to acupoints such as Huiyang (BL35), Changqiang (GV1), Chengshan (BL57), and Erbai (EX-LE2) under the guidance of a doctor to alleviate symptoms such as anal fullness, pain, and rectal bleeding, thereby improving the condition. For qi and blood deficiency type piles, moxibustion can be applied to acupoints such as Guanyuanyu (BL26) as prescribed by a doctor to treat the protrusion of piles. Due to variations in patients' conditions, there may be differences in the effectiveness of moxibustion at different acupoints. When considering moxibustion treatment for piles, it is recommended that patients seek the guidance of a professional Chinese medicine practitioner and avoid self-treatment to prevent adverse effects. In cases of severe conditions, patients are advised to seek medical treatment at a formal hospital to avoid delaying treatment. In daily life, it is important to maintain hygiene in the anal area by cleaning it regularly and taking warm sitz baths, which can promote recovery from the disease.
