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 […]
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If you have previously had an abnormal Pap or tested positive for the human papillomaviruses (HPV), your doctor might have recommended a procedure to help clear the abnormal cells. Several conventional interventions are available to address HPV and cervical changes. These procedures aim to remove abnormal tissue and cells in order to prevent progression into
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Cervical cancer remains the second most common cancer among women worldwide. Certain high-risk strains of the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) are responsible for causing cervical cancer. Around 70-90% of individuals with HPV will clear the virus 12 to 24 months after infection. However, in few individuals, the viral infection can persist and cause cellular changes
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The Greatness of Green Tea Green Tea Extract is one of the many great ingredients in Papillex™. Green Tea, also known by its Latin name Camellia sinensis, is high in compounds called polyphenols. Polyphenols are naturally occurring chemicals abundant in plants that have beneficial properties to human health. The polyphenols found in green tea are specifically beneficial in boosting
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Cervical cancer is the eighth most common cancer in the world and the fourth most frequently diagnosed cancer in women, with over 570,000 new cases in 2018, as stated by the World Health Organization. In this article, we aim to clear up any confusion about HPV, cervical cancer, and how the two are related by
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Most people know that HPV is spread through skin to skin contact during sexual activity involving the genital area. Although, it is most commonly transmitted through vaginal sex, did you also know that it can also be spread through anal and oral sex too? In the following article, we aim to answer all the questions
