Genital Warts Natural and Alternative Treatment Remedies
by: S.A. Smith
Have you been diagnosed with genital warts caused by
the HPV virus? If so, your physician has probably advised you
of the more conventional treatments available such as pharmaceutical
ointments, cryosurgery (freezing), electrocautery (burning) or
laser treatment. While many people undergo these types of treatments,
some opt for a less invasive natural solution by visiting a Naturopathic
doctor. While there is no cure for the hpv virus, there are specific
natural treatments that may help reduce and eliminate the warts
over time.
TOPICAL TREATMENTS
Before resorting to medically invasive treatments many people
are choosing to try alternative treatments that may naturally
help reduce or eliminate genital warts. Many holistic treatment
resources advise that different remedies will work for different
individuals so it may take a little trial and error to find one
suited to your needs. Experiment with applying the following directly
to the infected wart areas:
Goldenseal: considered to have natural antibiotic properties
and may destroy many types of viral infections.
Tea Tree Oil: strong anti-viral and anti-bacterial aromatherapy
essential oil.
Aloe Vera: healing and soothing properties.
Garlic Oil: or even raw garlic is believed to promote white blood
cells ability to fight infection.
Sour Apple Juice: it is believed the beneficial effect is from
the magnesium in the apple
Most of these topical treatments have not been clinically proven
as an effective treatment for genital warts, but have shown to
have positive benefits is related studies or in fighting other
types of viral infections. Other notable mentions for natural
topical remedies also include; cabbage juice, banana skin, chickweed,
dandelion juice, rubber plant, and pineapple juice.
HERBAL IMMUNE BOOSTING SUPPLEMENTS
Antiviral herbal remedies taken internally to boost the body’s
natural ability to fight viral infections include the following
supplements:
Echinacea: known for its ability to boost the immune system,
is important in the treatment of genital warts.
Astragalus: used in Chinese herbal medicine for over 2000 years,
Astragalus is known to improve the body’s ability to fight
off viral and bacterial infections, such as the Human Papilloma
Virus, by boosting the body’s immune system. Astragalus
has been taken as a supplement by people undergoing chemotherapy
to help restore their tired immune systems.
Garlic powder tablets: Once used in 1550 BC by Egyptians as an
external treatment for tumors, garlic has long since been recognized
for it’s medicinal values. Of the many benefits garlic has
on the human body, it promotes the ability of white blood cells
to fight infection. A natural antibiotic, garlic is effective
in countering bacteria, fungus and viral conditions.
Vitamins: Supplementation with high doses of vitamin A, B complex,
vitamin C, E, zinc, lactobacillus acidophilus and the amino acid
L-cysteine have shown to have immune boosting benefits.
In addition, other noted antiviral herbal supplements include
dandelion, greater celandine (cheilidonium), mullein, thuja, houseleek,
goldenseal, calendula, lomatium, pau d'arco and wintergreen.
DIET AND LIFESTYLE
It is also suggested that you take a proactive approach in improving
your health through lifestyle. By reducing sugars and refined
foods, reducing red meat, increasing vegetables and fruit, taking
the necessary vitamins and minerals, drinking plenty of water,
regular exercise and getting proper rest, you will boost your
immune system which will help in fighting off the virus.
EMOTIONAL STRESS
Because genital warts are considered a sexually transmitted disease,
diagnosis will often have an emotional impact on the sufferer.
Many people will experience a whole gamut of feelings including
guilt, fear, rage, isolation and helplessness. HPV is one of the
most common viruses in the world with an estimated 20 million
sufferers, so as you can see you are not alone. It is believed
that emotional health has a direct impact on your physical health.
Therefore it is important to work through these feelings. Contact
your local STD clinic for a list of support groups available in
your area, or there are countless support groups and message boards
available on the internet. Through seeing other people’s
experiences, you will see HPV is a very manageable virus.
Since most of these natural remedies are considered reasonably
safe, they may be worth investigating before turning to invasive
and costly medical treatments. Ensure to discuss any alternative
treatment strategies with your health care practitioner before
starting them. To learn more about conventional treatments for
genital warts that have shown to be effective you can visit: http://www.genitalwartsherpes.com/genital-warts-treatment.htm
About The Author
S.A. Smith is a freelance writer, correspondent, and contributing
editor of the HPV Genital Warts Herpes resource site and can be
reached at http://www.genitalwartsherpes.com.
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