Reduces Symptoms of HPV Infection
Human papillomaviral infection of HPV is a common STD or sexually transmitted disease. Over seventy-nine million Americans have the virus, with fourteen million cases diagnosed yearly. It’s characterized by the formation of warts in the body, specifically in the vulva, cervix, scrotum or penis, anus, and groin area. These protrusions can vary in appearance and size, either large or small, cauliflower-shaped or flat, and discolored.
It can take years after your initial infection before they appear and increase cancer risks, especially for those with compromised immune systems. Based on reports by the NCI, it can take ten to twenty years before tumors develop. However, routine screening, early diagnosis, and immediate treatment can prevent cancerous cells from spreading. Typically, the virus transmits through sexual contact. It can also be transmitted to infants during birth if the mother is infected.
It’s best to get vaccinated and use protective barriers during sexual intercourse to minimize infection risks. Over-the-counter salicylic acid medication can treat common warts it causes. For genital warts, doctors often recommend cryotherapy, light or laser therapy, and surgical removal. Home remedies like the use of reishi mushrooms can limit the virus’s presence in the body and relieve or reduce its symptoms.
