Genital warts are a type of contagious sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). Experts claim that there are around 150 types of viruses. It is usually spread through skin contact, especially while having genital, or anal sex with an infected person. Both men and women are affected by these viruses. The major types of these viruses are gentle in nature that cause genital warts while other types of HPV are dangerous that might even lead to cancer lesions, especially cervical cancer in women. One should refrain from unprotected sex with any new partner as you may not be aware of their medical history.
What are the symptoms of HPV?
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This infection causes a small skin growth that may be of different shapes and sizes. This skin growth is known as warts. These warts can appear on the skin, over the genital organ, or on anal area. Those which appear on the skin are called skin warts and they may appear in a group or as a single growth. These warts may be tiny, large, smooth, rough, raised, or flat and look like a cauliflower bud. They are very painful and may bleed sometimes. Genital warts in women may appear in different places including the vulva, vagina, or cervix. In men, they appear on the penis or scrotum. Visit a specialist at the earliest if you see any of the above-mentioned signs as the doctor will help them from getting worse.
How homeopathic medicines help in treating genital warts?
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The top three recommended medicines in homeopathy for genital warts are Thuja, Causticum, and Dulcamara. Thuja is used for HPV that are caused by warts on any part of the body. It is an excellent anti-psychotic medicine for treatment of genital warts. Causticum is useful for warts, which appear on the skin including eyelids, nose, and fingers. Doctors recommend this medicine for warts that bleed. Dulcamara is used for flat and smooth warts. One should refrain from self-medicating as the doctor may advice the best treatment option.
Can homoeopathy help deal with genital warts that bleed?
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Nitric Acid and Thuja are effective homoeopathic medicines for treating the infection of cauliflower bud-like warts. Both the medicines are highly effective for soothing warts on any part of the body, which arise out of different conditions. These medicines are very helpful when warts that bleed when touched or washed. Visit the doctor immediately if the symptoms get worse.
Can warts be managed without medicines?
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Genital warts cannot be managed without medication. However, proper precautions along with medication can go a long way in dealing with the problem. Some of the ways of managing genital warts are avoiding intercourse with an HPV infected person and using protection during intercourse until the condition has been treated. It is, however, best to avoid engaging in a sexual activity until you have been completely cured.
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