Genital warts are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV16). This is the most common sexually transmitted infections. There are more than 40 types of HPV that can infect the genital areas of males and females. These HPV types can also infect the mouth and throat.
They can cause serious health problems, including genital warts and certain cancers. There is no certain way to tell who will develop health problems from HPV and who will not. In most cases it goes away by itself before it causes any health problems and most people who become infected do not even know they have it.
HPV is not the same as herpes or HIV (the virus that causes AIDS). Both viruses can be passed on during sex, but they have different symptoms and cause different health problems.
Symptoms of genital warts
Genital warts usually appear as a small bump or group of bumps in the genital area. They can be small or large, raised or flat, or shaped like a cauliflower. They can appear within weeks or months after sexual contact with an infected partner even if the infected partner has no signs of genital warts.
If left untreated, they might go away, remain unchanged, or increase in size or number. The types of HPV that can cause genital warts are not the same as the types that cause cancers.
Natural remedies for genital warts
- Aloe vera gel can kill the virus that causes warts.
- Genital warts can be treated successfully with a tincture or paste made of bloodroot or comfrey.
- Crushed garlic can be applied to warts to kill the HPV virus that causes them. Cover with a bandage or plaster and leave on for 2-4 hours. Repeat the next day until the wart has shrunk and been eliminated.
- Tea tree oil has properties that can help to remove warts when applied topically.
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Vitamin B12 is often lacking in people that have genital warts. Alcohol consumption reduces vitamin B12 levels in the body so should be avoided. Vegetarians and vegans are often lacking in vitamin B12 through avoiding animal products. It is wise to get a blood test to check levels.
Highest natural sources of vitamin B12 in milligrams per 100 grams
- Clams 98.9 μg
- Liver 83.1 μg
- Barley grass juice 80 μg
- Chlorella algae 70 ug
- Nori seaweed 63.6 μg
- Octopus 36 μg
- Caviar/fish eggs 20.0 μg
- Ashitaba (dried powder) 17.0 μg
- Herring 13.7 μg
- Tuna fish 10.9 μg
- Crab 10.4 μg
- Mackerel 8.7 μg
- Lean grassfed beef 8.2 μg
- Duck eggs, goose eggs, rabbit 6 μg
- Crayfish, pork heart, rainbow trout 5 μg
- Shiitake mushroom 4.8 μg
- Lobster 4 μg
- Lamb, venison 3.7 μg
- Swiss Cheese 3.3 μg
- Salmon 3.2 μg
- Whey powder 2.37 μg
- Golden chanterelle mushrooms 2 μg
- Tuna 1.9 μg
- Halibut 1.2 μg
- Chicken egg 1.1 μg
- Chicken, turkey 1.0 μg
- Anchovies 0.9 μg
- Ashitaba leaves 0.4 μg
NOTE: One μg is one microgram.
Recommended daily requirement of vitamin B12
- Birth-6 months 0.4 μg
- Infants 7–12 months 0.5 μg
- Children 1–3 years 0.9 μg
- Children 4–8 years 1.2 μg
- Boys 9–13 years 1.8 μg
- Girls 9–13 years 1.8 μg
- Adults 19+ years 2.4 μg
- Pregnant teens and women 2.6 μg
- Breastfeeding teens and women 2.8 μg
Vitamin B12 toxicity
Supplements are not advised, unless blood tests show a deficiency, as excessive consumption of vitamin B12 can cause some health issues such as gastrointestinal problems like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, as well as headaches, skin rashes, and a tingling sensation in the hands and feet. In rare cases, high B12 levels have been linked to an increased risk of certain cancers and bone fractures.
For more antiviral remedies for warts see>> Human papilloma virus infection
NOTE: Although there are some natural remedies for warts, it is important to be checked by a professional medical practitioner as the HPV virus infection can cause complications and be spread easily to others.
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