According to estimates, around 70 percent of people will get HPV at a specific point in their life whereas there are a lot of individuals who have a continuous HPV without being aware of its symptoms.
This virus is known to infect the skin’s keratinocytes and it can manifest in different ways- from showing no symptoms to the appearance of symptoms such as skin warts and lesions.
There are more than 170 distinct types of HPV and 40 of them are transferred through sexual contact.
This highly infectious virus can also be transmitted through skin-to-skin contact and some of the HPV types can also cause cancers on the vulva, anus, penis, and vulva, particularly the 16 and 18 types.
The remaining types usually trigger the development of genital warts and respiratory papillomatosis.
Usually, the symptoms go away after some time; but sometimes they need to be treated.
This depends on the type of HPV. The most common symptoms are genital warts, common warts on the elbows, hands, and fingers, plantar warts on the foot soles, as well as oral and flat warts.
Natural Remedies for HPV
- Goldenseal
This herb possesses antiseptic, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory characteristics and it’s soothing on the skin and lowers the discomforts caused by the lesions or warts. You can make tincture and apply it topically onto the wart or take it in supplement form.
- Echinacea
This antiviral herb can be of great aid for HPV. It’s rich in potent antioxidants and it can help strengthen the white blood cells and consequently, boost the immunity’s ability to fight off against the virus. Make tinctures with it to fight off warts and lower their appearance on the skin.
- Garlic
The allicin in garlic is known to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that can destroy viruses and pathogens. Apply it mashed or juiced onto the warts. You can also soak several cloves overnight in water and then use them water to rinse the warts.
- Mushrooms
Rich in antimicrobial and antiviral properties, mushrooms can be a potent remedy for HPV. Add fresh mushrooms to your diet to fight off viral infections and lower the risk of cancer occurrence. You can also take quality mushroom supplements, but first, consult your doctor.
- Curcumin
This chemical found in some plants like turmeric is known for its antimicrobial, anti-cancer, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory characteristics that help strengthen the immunity and keep the body safe from HPV. Add plants which contain them to your daily diet to get more of it.
- Thuja oil
This oil is common in Ayurveda as a cure for HPV because of its potential ability to neutralize infected cells and fight off the symptoms of HPV symptoms. Prior to use, make sure you dilute the oil prior to applying it topically.
- Tea tree oil
This oil is a great source of anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-viral properties that can be of aid for numerous skin problems, including HPV warts and lesions. Plus, it helps strengthen the immunity and boosts the white blood cell count and attacks the HPV virus. Mix it with carrier oil prior to skin application.
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