fa <div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><b>Objective:</b> Hemorrhoids arise from the inflammation and distension of the blood vessels surrounding the rectum. This region is characterized by a dense network of blood vessels subjected to significant pressure fluctuations during bowel movements. Traditional Iranian medicine incorporates the use of various herbal remedies for the management of hemorrhoids and associated symptoms. This review aims to comprehensively examine and document the traditional Iranian medicinal plants utilized in the treatment of hemorrhoids.<br> <b>Methods:</b>&nbsp; A comprehensive literature search was conducted utilizing key terms such as &quot;medicinal plants,&quot; &quot;hemorrhoids,&quot; &quot;traditional medicine,&quot; and &quot;ethnobotany.&quot; Electronic databases including Google Scholar, Scopus, PubMed, SID, and Magiran were systematically searched to identify relevant studies. In addition, a thorough review of existing ethnobotanical literature was undertaken to ensure a comprehensive understanding of traditional Iranian practices related to hemorrhoid management.<br> <b>Results:</b> This review identified a diverse array of medicinal plants traditionally used in Iran for the management of hemorrhoids, including olive, coconut, aloe vera, apple, turmeric, chamomile, cranberry, hazel, lemon, almond, ginger, psyllium, flixweed, and yarrow.<br> <b>Conclusion:</b> &nbsp;The results of this review indicate that medicinal plants with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and soothing properties play an important role in the prevention and mitigation of hemorrhoid complications. Due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, these plants help reduce inflammation and speed up the healing of damaged tissues. Additionally, a fiber-rich diet aids in improving bowel movements and reducing pressure on the rectal area, making it a key factor in the prevention of hemorrhoids<span dir="RTL" lang="FA">.</span></span></span><br> &nbsp;</div> 119 124 http://pbp.medilam.ac.ir/browse.php?a_code=A-10-25-53&slc_lang=fa&sid=1 Farhad Behzadi behzadif@ymail.com 10031947532846005709 10031947532846005709 No Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Urmia University of Medical Sciences, Urmia, Iran Yousef Roosta roostay@ymail.com 10031947532846005710 10031947532846005710 Yes Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Solid Tumor Research Center, Cellular and Molecular Medicine Research Institute, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Urmia University of Medical Sciences