Natural Treatment of Human Papillomavirus Infection

Abstract

HPV infection which commonly causes skin or mucous membrane growths (warts) is having more than more than 100 varieties. Some kinds of HPV infections can result in the appearance of warts and some can result in cancerous growths. Though most of the HPV infections do not lead to cancer but some are capable of causing cancer related to lower part of the uterus. Other kinds of cancers are rectal cancer, genital cancer, throat cancer and many others linked with human papillomavirus. In this article we will mainly discuss human papillomavirus, its symptoms and treatment using ayurvedic medications.

Introduction

In the United States there are around 79 million people who have HPV and doctors diagnose around 14 million cases every new year. Human papilloma is a virus that passes from skin to skin contact and out of 100 varieties of human papilloma 40 varieties pass through sexual contact and is capable of affecting your genitals, mouth and throat. According to the centre of disease control and prevention HPV is the commonest sexually transmitted disease. The viral DNA of human papillomavirus results in infectious warts. The transmission of this virus can be through skin to skin contact, through fragments of shed skin and can be encouraged by trauma and moisture.

Causes

Human papillomavirus infections can occur through a cut, abrasion or small tear in skin. The virus is transferred mainly through skin to skin contact. Genital HPV infections are contracted through sextual intercourse and anal sex. If there is presence of genital warts then it can also get transferred from skin to skin contact.

The upper respiratory HPV infection may result from oral sex. If a female is pregnant and is having genital warts then possibly her child can get the infection at the time of delivery. Rarely this infection can cause non cancerous growth in the baby’s voice box.

Symptoms of Human Papillomavirus Infection

In most cases the body’s immune system detects HPV infection before it creates warts. The site for the appearance of warts depends on the kind of HPV involved. Most commonly warts appear initially as smooth skin coloured papules. As they enlarge their surfaces, they become irregular and hyperkeratotic, producing the typical warty appearance. They usually occur on hands but may also often be seen on the face and genitalia. Occurrence of multiple warts are common.

1. Genital Warts: These appear as flat lesions, small cauliflower like bumps and tiny stem-like protrusions. In women they appear mostly on the vulva but also tend to occur near anus, cervix or vagina. In men genital warts appear on the top of penis, around the scrotum and also around anus. This type of warts are mostly painless though they itch or feel tender.
2. Common Warts: These warts appear as raised bumps, rough on touch and occur on fingers and hands. Common warts are simple but not slight and also are painful or susceptible to injury or bleeding.
3. Plantar Warts: Plantar warts are characterized by a rough surface, protruding only slightly from the skin and surrounded by a horny collar. They appear on heels and balls of feet.
4. Flat Warts: Flat warts are smooth, flat topped papules seen commonly on the face and back of hands. They are also slightly raised lesions.

Risk Factors

Risk factors include:

1. Having multiple sex partners
2. Most common in children and warts most common in adolescents and young adults.
3. Weakened immune system
4. Damaged skin
5. Personal contact with someone infected

Complications

Oral and upper respiratory lesions and cancer are two most common complications of this viral infection.

Diagnosis

Following tests should be performed:-

• Vinegar solution test (acetic acid): This vinegar solution when applied to HPV infected genital area then it turns it white. They help in identifying difficult to see flat lesions.
• Pap tests include taking samples from the cervix and vagina to send for laboratory tests.
• Complete blood count is also done to analyze any change in the blood cell count.

Treatment

As per allopathic medicine science, the treatment includes:-

1. Salicylic Acid: Works by removing layers of wart a little at a time.
2. Imiquimod: It’s a prescription cream that might enhance your immune system’s ability to fight HPV.
3. Podofilox: Another tropical prescription which works by destroying genital wart tissue. Podofilox may cause burning or itching where it’s applied.
4. Trichloroacetic Acid: It burns off warts on palms, soles, genitals and soles.
5. Surgical and other procedures
   • Freezing with liquid nitrogen
   • Burning with electrical current
   • Surgical removal
   • Laser surgery

Herbal Remedies for HPV by Planet Ayurveda

Planet Ayurveda is a leading herbal manufacturing unit and is GMP certified. Our organisation deals with the manufacturing and production of several herbal products which are formulated under the guidance of expert doctors. The whole manufacturing unit works under the guidance of Ayurvedic doctors so as to avoid any kind of compromise with the quality of medication. For the management of human papillomavirus Planet Ayurveda also offers some of its herbal medications. These medications are as follows:

1. Phyllanthus Niruri
2. Neem Capsules
3. Gandhak Rasayan
4. Kaishore guggul
5. Manjishtha capsules

Products Description

1. Phyllanthus Niruri

Bhumiamla (Phyllanthus niruri) helps in eliminating accumulated toxins from the body and bhumi amla capsules contain standardized extract of this herb. This herb helps in enhancing immunity, purifies blood, improves liver functioning and decreases the harmful effects of human papillomavirus on patient’s bodies.

Dose: Two capsules twice a day after meals.

2. Neem Capsules

This formulation is prepared using standardized extract of Neem (Azadirachta indica) is very beneficial in managing symptoms of human papillomavirus by acting on warts, acne, skin rashes, dermatitis and eczema. It also helps in kapha and pitta shaman hence decreasing the outbreak of warts in numerous quantities. Neem poses anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

Dose: Two capsules twice a day after meals.

3. Gandhak Rasayan

Gandhak rasayan is an ayurvedic formulation which is manufactured using a purified form of sulphur. The mixing process followed in preparation of this formulation is repeated for 6 months to make a perfect rasayan which is having rejuvenating properties. It enhances the immune system as well as is very effective in fighting warts of various areas.

Dose: Two Tablets twice a day after meals.

4. Kaishore Guggul

The kaishore guggul is also a classical formulation and has many herbs like Guggul resin (Commiphora guggul), guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), ginger (Zingiber officinalis) and many others. In the case of human papilloma virus kaishore guggul is very beneficial for managing warts and also stabilizes many metabolic changes occurring in the body.

Dose: Two tablets twice a day after meals.

5. Manjishtha Capsules

Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia) which is a natural muscle relaxant as well as effective in many skin diseases also plays a very good role in managing symptoms of human papillomavirus. Manjishtha enhances blood circulation and helps in body detoxification. It helps in building a strong and healthy immune system that fights against the virus.

Dose: Two capsules twice a day after meals.

Conclusion

Human papillomavirus affects a person very easily who does not have a strong defense mechanism of their body. It is very essential to understand that avoiding the factors responsible for transmitting this virus are very much important and if you observe any kind of symptoms then you must not ignore them. In case of any query kindly visit www.PlanetAyurveda.com