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Almond, Tea Tree and Jojoba Oils
Posted by Healer74 (Kaukauna, Wi) on 02/05/2012
This natural formulation is based on the defeating your HPV topically. It is based on percentage of intake in a Liquid format.
Almond Oil 70%
Tea Tree Oil 25%
Jojoba Oil 5%
This is a topical formulation and is based on frequent as possible use. I would direct you to apply the following way:
Clean the affected area and dry thoroughly. Apply the serum with a cotton swab directly on the affected area every 4 to 5 hours per day.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Ss (Richmond, Va) on 01/18/2012
I had hpv warts for almost 3 yrs.. Found out w/my second pregnancy.. I did everything Apple Cider Vinegar, tea tree oil, the painful dental floss trick and they all hurt extremely bad and were very uncomfortable. I researched hrs on end I was starting to get obsessive I just wanted them to go away.
Well I started taking lots of vitamins, garlic pills and echinacea pills all the time 6 mo later they have all cleared up and I had more than I could count of all shapes and sizes and it worked no pain no scars.. I just wanted to post this to give hope to those. God bless!
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Jessica (West Los Angeles, Ca) on 01/17/2012
Dear Monica (from LA)
I am scheduled to get my cervix frozen next week and just cancelled my appointment after reading your message; thank you so much! I am very scared and I really want to try your naturopath; I have already gotten a leep procedure done two years ago and I am not willing to freeze my cervix as the doctor said this was my only choice at this point. I know God heard my prayers when I read your message. If you could please provide me with that information to that Dr.In LA. Thx a million and god bless you!!
Castor Oil
Posted by Hpv? (Fort Mill, Sc) on 12/31/2011
I have read that castor oil is used in some immunosuppressant drugs. So this may not be the best thing to use for HPV because you want a strong immune system to defeat the virus. I have also read it can be helpful with skin issues so maybe it is a toss up. I just saw this on wikipedia so don't take my word for it, do some research.
However, I also just read that taken orally it can be used to induce labor, so if I were pregnant I would stay away from it.
I have read a lot of good things about using Apple Cider Vinegar. Some people have been able to get rid of warts in a few days to a week. I think you have to be careful though, and possibly dillute it because it is an acid and can be rough on your skin. Its looking like these small almost unnoticable bumps are HPV for me so this is my plan of action once I can find a better doctor that will actually be able to tell me what it is. I want to know what it is before I destroy the evidence so to speak.
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Joanne (Sebastopol, Ca) on 12/02/2011
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I had high risk HPV and a questionable pap smear. My naturopath put me on Dalton Aloe pills (2X/day), green tea extract (2X/day), folic acid and zinc. She also prescribed some other herbs, etc. But this is all I did. I just got back my results after 6 months and all was normal!
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Kelsey (Los Angeles, Ca) on 11/30/2011
Hey Monica, I live in the LA area as well and would love to know the name of your doctor. Can you please tell me? Thanks!
Castor Oil
Posted by Sam (Durban, South Africa) on 10/14/2011
Hi, The Trick is to apply raw tea tree oil on the affected area after u have gotten rid of, or your warts have fallen off! Do this for a few months! Also Buy Black Seed Oil (Cumin) take orally and apply topically. Have Honey! Red Marine Algea will boost your immune system. Oxygen drops should be added to your daily drinking water! Also Eat Healthy!
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Pat (Los Angeles) on 10/04/2011
Hi Monica,
I'm also from LA area, can you please tell me name of Dr.and office used?
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Becki (Los Angeles, Ca) on 09/05/2011
Hi Monica,
I too live in Los Angeles and have been diagnosed with the high risk hpv. Ive also been looking for a Naturopath for this condition and here you are! Could you tell me what Doctor you visited?
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Grace (Wa, Australia) on 08/22/2011
Can anyone please tell me if im on the right track for reversing abnormal cells on the cervix. 2 weeks ago started on vitc 2000mg 3xday now increased to 4xday.
Lysine 500mg 3xday increased to 1000mg 4xday
cysteine and inositol 3xday
spirulina and chlorella as well as morning juicing
just started lugols 4days ago but not sure how much to take currently about 9 drops day and also taking H202 3xday
very little meat and fish
rubbing DMSO with lugols at night below the stomach
not sure if its working at all , hoping it will. any feedback greatly appreciated. thank you
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Hopeful (Atlanta, Ga) on 08/03/2011
Monica, thank you. Good information. I will look for a naturpath who does Escarotic.
Castor Oil
Posted by Jenica (Nassau, Usa) on 03/21/2011
★★★☆☆WORKED TEMPORARILY
Last year October I was diagnosed of HPV. I have warts on my genital area. I tried some alternative treatment like Castor oil before engaging into medical intervention, I applied it on the area like a lotion and amazingly it peeled off the warts 85-90% in just week. But it came back November and I discovered that I am pregnant. Warts recurrence happens when our immune sytem is low and during pregnancy immune system is low. December I undergo cauterization. After a week I feel bumps in my vagina, ( 2 bumps), I applied castor oil again and used Wartrol. I higly recommend it. After 4 days I think the bumps disappeared. Its been 4 months without breakout. Recurrence is possible if your immune system is low but some says 2-3x recurrence happen. Keeping your body fit will decrease the chance of recurrence. Dont smoke! Aside from castor oil and Wartrol, I am taking vitamins like vit c and vit e that is good for our immune system. If you are at younger age your body could fight the virus because younger people have a good immune system. Most men and women do acquire immunity to their acquired HPV type in a year or three. According to some studies HPV will be cleared by our own body 6month-2 years, but of course we have to help our body. Good Luck!
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Seahorselady (Cleveland, Oh, Usa) on 01/07/2011
I have suffered from HPV in the past with BV's all the time. I had cancerous cervix cells removed and normal paps since then. This was all in between 1996 and 2002. I thought I had cleared the virus and was fine. I've since had episodes of recurring problems with thrush, yeast, chronic fatigue and other things where I knew something was wrong with me but no doctor could find anything. It was like something would activate in me and the symptoms would begin again. They clear up after 3 or months.
I have recently seen a holistic doctor that specializes in women's health and was informed that the HPV virus can live in the body and remain dormant for periods of time with no cervical cell abnormalities. She also said that it can attack other parts of the body such as uterus, throat, intestines, etc. with no way to test for it. She believes my recurring episodes are the HPV virus becoming active in my body again. I would caution you if you think you have cleared it, as I did, because you may not have. A pap can only detect the virus on the cervix, no where else. She put me on Oil of Oregano and Black Walnut Green Hull. I also have to take plant sterols/sterolins to boost my immune system.
General Feedback
Posted by Glight (Hattiesburg, Ms, Usa) on 01/06/2011
Could be from friction if you are prone to boils etc. Be sure to use a safe lubricant with your partner and wash well afterward. Also, could be Genital Herpes. Friction will also cause outbreak and your doctor won't know unless you have the breakout at the time of your visit. But fear not, if this is the case, have heard great results with Olive Leaf Extract among other anti-viral remedies. Good Luck!
Multiple Remedies
Posted by Monica (Los Angeles, Ca) on 01/04/2011
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I was diagnosed with High risk HPV. I had a class III pap smear/CIV, which is 1 step before cervical cancer. The gynecologist said that I no other option, but to get a Leep procedure done. This procedure actually cuts off a part of your cervix that has the abnormal cells. In my case it was more than 1/4 of my cervix that would need to be removed. I was told that the only issue for me after the surgery would be if I wanted to have a baby I would possibly have a high risk pregnancy with a risk of going into early delivery because of a weak and shortened cervix. For me, this was unacceptable.
I asked my doctor to find an alternative treatment to this invasive surgery and his response was, "you have no other options. You must have this surgery. If you wait any longer it will turn into cancer. You don't have the option to go have think about it. You have to have the surgery. " He scheduled me to come in to have the surgery within a few days. However, intuitively I knew better.
I started doing research about alternative options to treat my condition. I found a naturopath in my area who treated HPV, both cancerous and non cancerous strains. Her method was to perform an Escarotic. I went in 2 times a week for 6 weeks. She applied a mixture of herbs to my cervix which over time destroyed the abnormal cells and allowed for new normal cells to grow. She also had me on a regimen of high doses of Vitamin C, Folic Acid, Vitamin A, Green Tea Tablets, an Anti HPV Tincture (mixture of various herbs), and Dim which regulates hormones naturally and encourages healthy cells growth. I was also taking liquid oxygen in my water to alkalize my blood, which creates a cancer resistant environment in the body. We waited a bit over 2 months after the treatment to do a re pap. Thankfully it came back normal. And is still normal 1 year later. I have gone every 3 months for the past year and have had 100% normal pap smears. I still take the vitamin regimen, but at a lower dosage. I hope this information helps others with the similar condition and know that surgery is not the only option. Wishing you love and health.
General Feedback
Posted by Rem (Brighton, Uk) on 01/04/2011
Dear Whyme2010... I'm sorry to hear of your diagnosis! I have suffered with Hpv for many years & yes, I generally get one bump. The meds prescribed by the doctor have never helped. Mine would come around my cycle like clockwork! I did have a mini breakout and used Acetone on the initial small bump... It worked!!! I have very recently tried Lecithin 2x daily for 1 month, as well as the ACV & Baking Soda remedies mentioned on this site. I'm still on trial with these, but I've got nothing to lose. I will post in a month or two with my results. Bless
General Feedback
Posted by Whyme2010 (Atlanta, Ga) on 01/02/2011
I just found out that I have Hpv after getting my check up but the doc said that I didn't have the strand that causes GW. But I been having a painful bump that comes up inside my vag and once it appeared right by the opening of my vag this was happening before I even got my check up but I was too embarrassed to ask about it. It starts off small but get really big and painful after the first week and it is extremely painful when urinating. It usually takes about 3 weeks to go away but comes back right after my cycle. Does any one on here only have one bump instead of many that comes up. I'm about to go crazy they keep coming back it is possible that the doctor was wrong and I do have Gw what should I do?
Apple Cider Vinegar
Posted by Danny (Dallas, Texas) on 12/23/2010
Hello. I am a male, 23 and I used Apple Cider directly on my skin (genital area). I have little warts and it got rid of them but unfortunately it left marks there due to the acid effect I guess. I am a pretty dark skin type and now I have these little white spots that look like scars.. My question is whether my skin color will ever return to normal or is there anything I can do to heal it? And for future use: how do I use it properly without burning my skin?
General Feedback
Posted by Cerissa (Saint Louis, Mo) on 10/28/2010
What is BV?
EC: BV= bacterial vaginosis
Multi-Vitamin, Vitamin C, Garlic
Posted by Lola (Seattle, Washington, Usa) on 10/01/2010
I'm so happy for you girls, can you guys please post updates. I'm currently battling this and I'm scared to death. I too wish to over come this as naturally as I can before taking it to the next step, surgery. Also, do you guys still keep up with the regimen? Have you changed your diets or have you gone to your normal everyday life routines?
Multi-Vitamin, Vitamin C, Garlic
Posted by Sarai (Jackson, Ca) on 07/29/2010
★★★★★
I just read your story about the hpv. I too was diagnosed with it a few years ago, high risk. I started to take two 500mg of vitamin C a day, and every once in a while I would insert half a vitamin c pill up into my cervix area. I then read about the hydrogen peroxide, and began to douche with it, mixed with water. And I prayed, and prayed for this to go away. About two weeks ago I had a pap smear done, my result came back, NORMAL. I'm not sure if it was a combination of things, or if it was the vitamin C or peroxide, but I'm all clear of it now. . . . . Thank god.
Multi-Vitamin, Vitamin C, Garlic
Posted by Z (Miami, Fl) on 07/06/2010
★★★★★
In 2007 I learned I had LSIL/HPV in my cervix. My doctor said to wait and see if it will go away. I got tested a few months later in early 2008 and the results came back the same. I then had two painful colposcopy where they took a small biospy of my cervix. After the doctor gave me the results ( the same LSIL/HPV) he suggested I scheduole a LEEP procedure. I was devastated. I was upset that this is the only way out for me. Ironically the night before I was suppose to have my LEEP I came on this website and read about taking vitamins. I was already taking vitamins but decided to do research (in the middle of the night) on which vitamins are helpful. The next morning I cancelled my LEEP, prayed and headed to the pharmacy.
I started taking a pharmacy brand multi-vitamin, folic acid, b-12, and vitamin c. I put half of a vitamin C as far as it can go in my vagina ( to try to reach the cervix). I did the vitamin C once/twice every few months. In July 2009 I went to the gyn. And got tested. It came back normal, but I still had HPV. I decided to increase the amount of vitamins and today July 2010 I called my pap is NORMAL- NO abnormal cells, NO HPV!!! It was a long journey but I knew there had to be other healthy pain free ways. I dont know if this will work for every women who is going through what I went through but I do encourage you to look into other options before doing a procedure like the LEEP etc.
GOD BLESS!!!
Baking Soda
Posted by Audrey (Surrey, Bc) on 10/30/2009
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Baking Soda for HPV Wart on Tongue
My son is two and got HPV on his tongue. The doctor said that he could have the wart removed by surgery but I was not keen on that. My son has eczema and instead of bathing in in a bubble bath we bath him in baking soday to calm his itchy skin. He liked to pour the powder into the water and one day he poured a small amount on the ledge of the tub. He put his finger in it and said yum! It became a daily routine for now 3 weeks and his wart on his tongue in totally gone. Now that H1N1 is rappant, our entire family is now drinking baking soda. We are believers!
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Anon (Nashville, Tn, USA) on 10/14/2009
How often did you drink the peroxide? Can I do this more than once per day?
General Feedback
Posted by Serendipity (Orlando, Fl) on 09/30/2009
Yes, I have been getting chronic BV which often lead to yeast infections, taking the BV medicine will give you a yeast infection, and taking yeast infection medicine, will often cause BV... so don't get trapped in the vicious cycle of antibiotics, which only serve to deplete your body of any chance of fighting off the problem, I have just read that getting these infections are a result of having HPV, which effects your mucous membranes, and cause vaginal discharge and infection... the only thing that got me out of taking all those pills, was garlic... Leave it in all night, and when you wake up your mouth will taste like garlic... I also recommend douching with Organic "with the mother" Apple Cider vinegar... the filtered stuff will not work, make sure you dilute it about I part ACV 3 parts water, and it will probably burn, especially if you have genital warts on the inside of your vulva... if you don't believe in douching, drink 8oz of water with two tsp. of ACV 3 times a day... I even take a bath with a cup of it in there... it will replace the need for moisturizers, as it helps maintain a healthy pH in your skin and body... Use tea tree oil to wipe the outer area of your vulva, it it a natural antiseptic, will tingle a lot... and if you have genital warts hiding in wait... it will get them before they become a problem... hope this helps... stay away from antibiotics... and get some probiotics, I recommend lactobacillus sporogenes, if will do the most good, some of the other ones don;t even make it past your stomach acid... and QUIT SMOKING... that is the number one way to kill your immune system... it doesn't cause cancer, if lowers your ability to fight cancer... hope this helps... I know it took me years to figure all this stuff out...
General Feedback
Posted by Anonymous (Brooklyn, Ny) on 08/16/2009
Hi can you encourage TED to write some of his remedies for HPV?
General Feedback
Posted by Christy (Mesquite, Texas) on 08/15/2009
I recently was diagnosed with high-risk HPV after a ASCUS reading on my pap. I am a bit of a health-nut and very leary of "modern-medicine" unless absolutely necessary. I also have had slight BV off and on. In addition to the wonderful info already in this discussion about building your immune system, exercising to build health, increase oxygen/toxin elimination, and doing various body cleanses, I just wanted to share one additional method that has worked wonderfully for me. Some of you may think "she's insane"...but it is safe and most importantly works! Garlic is the miracle herb. It is the allicin in the garlic that is both anti-viral and anti-bacterial. I both eat it often and take it as a daily supplement. But here's the biggie. When I get any vaginal itching or other symptoms indicating BV I will for several nights in a row take a single clove of garlic, carefully remove the papery skin, and insert the entire whole clove into my vagina. If you cut the clove it will release more allicin and could be irritating - I haven't experienced that, just read it. I will then remove the clove in the morning and flush it away. And just like that, itching is gone, odor/discharge is normal. Had to share...it's worth a try for anyone who's tried drugs/antibiotics and keep having the problem.
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Anonymous (Brooklyn, Ny) on 08/13/2009
Hi there,
Did you drink this 20oz mix in the morning on an empty stomach or through out the day? Did you drink this more than once a day?
Dietary Changes, Supplements
Posted by FolicAcidFan (Miami, FL) on 05/31/2009
★★★★★
I was diagnosed with high risk HPV in 2006. I had a cone biopsy and a leap surgery that removed a carcinoma from my cervix. My gynecologist indicated that in my case there would be no need to get the vaccine since I was already positive. He clearly indicated there were no remedies or cures. however I found out through the American Board of Gynecologists, that a combination of Folic Acid, Vitamin C and Betacaroten could potentially help (although there are no conclusive/proven results).
My inmediate action plan was becoming vegetarian (only ocasional fish and seafood), I ceased any consumption of dairy (even organic) and started to take daily dosis of Folic Acid (two caplets), Vitamin C (one caplet) and Betacarotene (1 caplet) for the next year.
I have been having frequent Pap tests (every 4 months the 1st year after my surgeries and then every 6 months on the 2nd year) and since then my results have shown no signs of HPV so far.
I continue taking daily doses of vitamin C and folic acid (1 caplet each) and remain a vegetarian with ocasional consumption of non American organic cheese only.
General Feedback
Posted by Lynn (Detroit, MI) on 05/05/2009
I was diagnosed with HPV in May of 2007, which was devastating since my Drs. office really didn't have any information for me. They told me that its incurable and will probably go away, not very comforting. They said to research it on the internet, which I did. I've been raised with vitamins and the importance of nutrition. After 6 months of not doing anything very aggressively, I was retested, and still had it. A biopsy showed no abnormal cells. I went to a website that had natural remedies for HPV. Two different HPV kit options including homeopathic drops and vitamin capsules. Two products helped the most I believe. One strengthened the immune system and the other helps with viruses. I was retested in May of 2008 and my pap was clear of HPV. I also did a colon cleanse during that year that my boyfriend had ordered, that may of helped as well. Just don't give up and feel like theres nothing you can do.
Folic Acid
Posted by Lina (Stamford, CT) on 04/07/2009
Does anyone know about HPV and folic acid?
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Kim (Riverside, CA) on 03/22/2009
I have a question: I keep reading about HPV with warts, but I'm needing some information on a different strain of HPV. HPV can cause warts but some strains can cause cancer. I was diagnosed with with CIN 2, which means there are pre-cancerous cells in my cervix that may in time lead to cancer. This was caused by HPV. Before undergoing surgery to have those cells removed, I wanted to know if Hydrogen Peroxide has worked for anyone out there. I was thinking of douching with half 3% h202 and half water. I'd inhale if that'll work too. Does any one have any feedback on this working for you?
General Feedback
Posted by Lola (Fairfax, VA) on 02/22/2009
Hello ladies, thanks for all your posts. I too was diagnosed with HPV a few months ago and my gyn told me that alot of time it clears up on its own, similar to having a flu virus. She did tell me to make sure I got plenty of rest and ate well and she said smoking makes it worse. Like Janey previously posted folic acid and vitamins are probably also helpful in combating HPV since you're supporting your body in the fight against the virus. As far as BV goes, I've had it off and on for a few years along with yeast infections. I have PCOS, a condition that throws off your insulin and other hormones. This causes your body not to burn sugar easily therefore running throughout the body causing yeast, and other infections such as BV and other symptoms. I'm sure that some of you have probably noticed that the more sugar you eat the more itchy you can get down there. One thing that I'm trying in ACV, it helps with balancing sugar in the body but also it helps keep your body at a balanced ph level, making it difficult for bacteria, fungus or yeast to grow. My gyn also recommended a gel called Rephresh, which is supposed to keep your ph balanced down there too. She said that should work on its own before the BV got out of hand. I've tried it a couple of times if I feel any infection coming or any unusual odor and its worked well for me. You can purchase online from drugstore.com which also has buyer reviews. Good luck to all.
General Feedback
Posted by Janey (Auburn, NY) on 01/30/2009
I got BV back in 2006... they told me it was nothing and that some women get it once and it goes away, others live with it the rest of their lives on medication... that person on the medication was me. after every period i got, the BV showed up. i knew it was going to come around so i started taking my medication as soon as my period was almost over. they [prescribed me to 500mg of metronidazole. i was taking this every month . In march of 2008 i had my annual pap done.. all was good and well until i got a letter in the mail stating they found irregular cells on my cervix..this made me very worried. i was told to make an appointment for a colposcopy.. i never did which was very bad. i finally got the courage to get it done (very scared), i had the test done in November. they took 2 biopsy's told me i should boost my immune system with some folic acid and sent me on my way being scheduled for 3 weeks to come back for my results.. i went and got some folic acid and a multi vitamin and have taken them everyday since.. unfortunately something came up and i wasn't going to make my appointment, the next available appointment was yesterday.. January 29th 2009... i went in and it got very serious.... i was diagnosed with HPV.. i am only 19 years old but have been sexually active since i was 14. This information was scarey to me, though i knew very little about it.. with women under the age of 25 my doctor told me it is very likely that when taking a multi vitamin with high dose folic acid or a folic acid tablet that it will clear up on its own.. i felt much better... now that i have read all your feedbacks with BV being in common with HPV and stating that the BV went away when the HPV went away.... i actually did NOT get BV this month which was very very shocking to me since I've had it at age 16...every month... i have been strict to sex with men and men only.. but recently i met this girl who totally blows my mind, nothing has happened but i just cant help but think that all this couldnt have happened at any worse time, i had the guts to tell her before anything happened, which was courageous she said... i feel alot better i'm going in march to have my PAP done again.. hopefully it will be clear.. you guys gave me hope after saying all your thoughts and experiences... good luck to all.. i feel your pain now.
General Feedback
Posted by Rosemarie (Norwalk, CT) on 01/17/2009
I have had the same problem on and off. I was diagnosed with BV and then afterwards was told that i had contracted HPV. I started recently taking something for the BV called Yeast Arrest by Vitanica. They are suppository and they help with the PH balance and fighting any infection. Since then I havn't had any BV. I am now working on building my immune system to fight the HPV virus by taking MMS solution and Primrose oil. Wish me luck!
Hydrogen Peroxide
Posted by Cured (Anonymous) on 01/16/2009
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I was diagnosed with HPV (the kind that causes genital warts). I inhaled the peroxide for about 2 weeks, and put one cap ful of Rite Aid peroxide in a 20 ounce bottle of water. I went to the doctor for my annual in Nov, and the HPV was gone.
Multi-Vitamin, Vitamin C, Garlic
Posted by S (Wmca, Nevada) on 01/13/2009
★★★★★
I was diagnosed with HPV three years ago. I had numerous paps and a colposcopy. When they all came back positive low grade abnormal cells I had the option of leep procedure or let nature run its course. And I opted to let nature run its course. I took a multi-vitamin, vitamin C 100mg, and a garlic soft gel everyday. After 6 months my next pap came back ASCUS and then the two I have had since then have came back clear.
General Feedback
Posted by NB (Washington, DC) on 01/12/2009
HPV/BV
I too have been battling on-going BV with monthly meds from GYN. I knew it was not normal to get the same odor each time after being treated for BV. After my third treatment, my DR. finally informed me that I tested positive for HPV. I'm still not clear on how this is suppposed to heal itself...nonethless I am also now wondering it HPV and chronic BV are related. I want to use something natural because the Dr. will not give me refills for any of the BV meds. I have to pay to see him for him to treat me for the same infection every month. Please continue to post any success you have with home remedies.Thanks.