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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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
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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
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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
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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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Condyloma Acuminatum is a fancy way of saying genital warts – a common symptom of a Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Genital warts can be alarming and irritating. If you are experiencing genital warts, you are probably wondering how you can get rid of them. Is there anything you can do naturally? In this blog, we
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HPV Complications Read below as we cover the WHO, WHAT, WHEN, WHERE, WHY, and HOW of HPV and its complications. The WHO HPV can affect both men and women alike. The rising rates of HPV have been more of a concern for the anatomically female population due to the severe consequence of cervical cancer, 80%
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The Low Down on HPV HPV is a common viral infection and the most common sexually transmitted infection. Most people will contract a strain of HPV in their lifetime. In some cases, HPV infections can lead to complications and can even lead to cancer. What is HPV? Human Papilloma Virus is one of the most
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Anal cancer is a topic that no one wants to talk about, but should be discussed. The American Cancer Society estimates about 8,300 new cases of anal cancer in the United States and over 1,200 deaths to occur as a result. These are not insignificant figures. HPV can lead to and cause anal cancer, which
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You’ve just found a new, fleshy growth around your genitals… could this be HPV? Certain strains of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) can cause lesions or warts in the genital area. These growths can be alarming. You may be wondering – what are these growths? Am I going to have them forever? How can I make
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