The Pap smear is a dreaded appointment for many but, thanks to this handy screening tool, cervical cancer rates and complications from HPV have seen a decline. Increased screening has led to earlier detection of cervical cell changes and with it, led to earlier treatment. Today, Pap smears are incorporated into regular screening for individuals …
At Papillex, we are all about focusing on the factors we can control to positively impact our overall health. With that philosophy in mind, today we’re talking about food! Food plays a powerful role when it comes to supporting our immune health. The array of micronutrients we obtain from our food is necessary for the …
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What do you know about Metabolic health? If the answer is not much, that’s okay! Today we’re talking about how your metabolic health supports our overall health and wellbeing. Our metabolic health not only impacts our energy, but our memory, mood, skin, fertility, sexual health, and immune system. By understanding the basics of how our …
Genital warts are a common symptom of low-risk strains of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Genital warts are typically harmless, however, they can cause discomfort, irritation, and distress. A lot of people are interested in natural herbs and nutrients to support their bodies against low-risk strains and warts from HPV. Herbal therapies offer attractive treatments for …
We know that the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) causes 98% of all cancers of the cervix. HPV is also linked to anal, vulva, and other cancers of the genital tract. With that said, not everyone who contracts HPV will develop complications. Most cases of HPV will spontaneously regress on their own within 2-3 years. In the …
One question we commonly get asked is how birth control may impact HPV. Birth control is commonly used by women of reproductive age to prevent pregnancy. Today, many also use birth control to support hormonal symptoms like PMS, acne, dysmenorrhea, and heavy menstrual bleeding. Many factors are often considered when choosing a birth control that …
Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury and infection. Without the natural inflammatory response, we would not fair very well! When inflammation occurs, immune molecules are recruited to the site of injury or invasion to release other immune cells (cytokines, hormones, and white blood cells). These immune cells help repair and restore the body …
Our bodies are inhabited by millions of tiny living microbes. You may already be familiar with the living organisms in the gut. Our genitals each have an ecosystem of microbes as well. The bacterial composition of our vaginal microbiome plays a role in our overall health, including simmering infections like HPV. Vaginal microbial diversity and …
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When it comes to taking care of our health, daily habits are key. It is the consistent things we do every day that add up to enhance our overall wellness and prevent disease. Habits are powerful because they become automatic behaviors that we do with minimal thought or effort. Over time, these small efforts accumulate …
Hormones play an important role in the body’s chemical messaging system. Hormones help direct and regulate many bodily processes. Like most systems, hormones operate within a delicate balance that can lead to undesirable symptoms and disease when disturbed. We have talked a lot about the importance of lifestyle and dietary factors as well as genetics …
