Archive for November, 2009

Tea Tree Oil: Excellent for Treating Genital Warts

Thursday, November 19th, 2009

Genital warts is the most common type of sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). This disease is commonly found around the genital area that forms like a cluster of stalks similar with cauliflower. Genital warts can only be acquired through a direct skin-to-skin contact with the infected person through sexual intercourse.

Using Tea Tree Oil as Genital Warts Remedy

Through the years, many people have used tea tree oil for genital warts treatment. Tea tree oil is an essential oil taken from the leaves of malaleuca alternifolia that is commonly found in Australia. The tea tree oil is popular because of its medical properties that include antifungal, antibacterial and antiseptic that is frequently used for treating serious infections and diseases.

Using tea tree oil for genital warts treatment is easy. All you need is to extract some drops of tea tree oil by squeezing or compressing it and apply it on the affected area at night, and then wash it in the morning. However, this type of treatment is a bit sluggish and requires patience on the affected person’s part.

Today, different products made out of tea tree oil for genital warts treatment have been invented. You can see them on malls, supermarkets and grocery stores. These products include oils, creams, ointment and many more.

However, there are other natural treatments for genital warts. The most common are thuja oil, castor oil and apple cider vinegar. These treatments have been proven safe and effective for treating genital warts.

Genital Warts Test: Internal Examination

Monday, November 16th, 2009

Genital warts can easily be seen and a diagnosis can be made based on a visual genital warts test. But for those warts that are not on the surface of the body, a Pap smear can be done. Such a test is advised to be done on a regular basis by a qualified medical practitioner but if it turns out positive for human papillomavirus infection, Pap smear should be conducted every three or six months. This genital warts test is important to be able to determine if a treatment is having an effect on the genital warts. Once the infection is gone, a Pap smear should still be conducted regularly for possible recurrence of the infection. Getting back to the normal frequency of Pap smear testing should only be done if three consecutive testing turns up negative for genital warts.

Another internal genital warts test is called Colposcopic examination. This is done by inserting an instrument called speculum to separate the vaginal walls. Once this is done, a solution of acetic acid is applied on the walls of the vagina and on the cervix. Any warts that are growing in the area should turn out visible to the eye but if not, then a special dye is applied to the area. If this genital warts test still does not produce a conclusive result, then a cell sample is taken for examination. The process is done with the use of a wooden spatula or a swab. Further testing can be done if you still want to know more about possible infections.

Genital Warts Spread: Avoiding Further Spread of the Infection

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

The human papillomavirus is the cause of the genital warts that grow on the genital area of those that had sexual contact with a person who is already infected with the virus. Genital warts spread from person to person through sexual contact only, though in children under three years of age, it is thought that the genital warts are passed on through a skin-to-skin contact with the person taking care of them.

If you are frequently on a sexual escapade with different persons, the chances of genital warts spread in you is high. Those who carry the virus may not have any visible signs that he or she is infected. Having sexual contact with that person will pass on the viral infection to you and you will have genital warts. If you suspect that you have had contact with someone with the virus, look out for any abnormal growth in your genital or anal area. These warts can be very tiny but can grow into a large mass of ugly warts, which can hinder your normal bodily functions.

Genital warts spread even without sexual penetration. In addition, oral sex carries the danger of the genital warts growing in your mouth area. There are also rare instances where the warts were observed growing in the legs and groin of the infected person. To be sure that no genital warts spread to your family, never have any sex with anyone that is not your husband or wife.