Papillomas are a benign neoplasm that develops from the upper layers of the skin or mucous membranes of the body. Papillomas appear on the skin, in the urinary tract, in the ducts of the female breast, in the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose, sinus, or in the gastrointestinal tract (adenoma). Neoplasms can grow up to 1 cm.
Papillomas in the nose are rare predominantly benign tumors of the paranasal sinuses. Symptoms include (one-sided) headache, nasal breathing problems, and sometimes bleeding. Although this is not a malignant disease, the neoplasm must be removed surgically, otherwise it can grow into surrounding organs.
The reason for the ineffectiveness of folk remedies for papillomas
Medicines used in medicine against viruses have an exclusively virostatic effect. They prevent the propagation of pathogens by various mechanisms of action. Virocidic ("killing viruses") systemic medicines do not currently exist.
Folk remedies for papillomas either do not have antiviral activity, or prevent the growth of tumors on the skin. If papilloma occurs in the internal organs, the only treatment methods are cryodestruction and surgery.
Folk remedies for papillomas: herbal remedies
1. Apply gauze soaked with extract from dandelion, 3 times a day.
Doctor's comment:the most important chemical compounds of dandelion are sesquiterpenactones (which are attributed anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties), phenylpropanoids, triterpenoid saponins and polysaccharides. Sesquiterpenocotones are usually found in the form of glycosides, such as tharacacosides, taraxacolides, dihydrolactucin, xerins and itaraxinososic acids. Inulin is found in significant quantities in the root.
Leaves contain a large amount of vitamin A, C. They have more iron and calcium in their composition than spinach or other vegetables.
In herbal medicine, dandelion is mainly used to treat indigestion and liver disorders. The antiviral activity of dandelion was not detected in any study. The recipe is most likely useless.
2. Mix 2-3 drops of tea tree oil with 10 ml of water and apply to the papilloma.
Doctor's comment: Tea tree oil is a mixture of about 100 substances. It contains mainly (+) - terpinene-4-ol (about 40%), α-terpinene (about 20%), terpinole, terpineol (every 3-4%), pinene, myrcene, p-Zimen, limonene and 1 8-cineole.
Tea tree oil has a very strong antimicrobial effect. It is 11-13 times more effective than eucalyptus oil (phenol ratio of about 3.5). If tea tree oil is used in too low doses, it can increase the resistance of bacteria to antibiotics. Tea tree oil is considered a dangerous substance because of the risk of contact dermatitis. Unrefined tea tree oil is classified as toxic to humans.
Antibiotics (even herbal ones) are completely ineffective against viral diseases. Long-term use of oil will not bring any benefit for papillomas. The recipe is useless.
3. Apply medium plantain to the affected area of the skin for 5 days.
Doctor's comment:Plantain is a popular folk remedy that contains mucus (polysaccharides), glycosides, bitter substances, tannins and polyphenols. Juice and pulp from the leaves have an anti-inflammatory effect and contribute to wound healing.
Recent studies also indicate potential antiviral and immunomodulatory effects. In Italian studies, methodological errors of the above tests were identified, therefore, the antiviral effect is considered unproven. A useless recipe, however harmless.
4. The use of castor oil.
Doctor's comment:Castor oil seeds are used as an indigestible laxative. Effektot 10 to 30 milliliters of castor oil appears 2-4 hours after administration. However, some chemical compounds of oil act after 10-20 seconds. The main active ingredient is ricinoleic acid. It causes severe irritation of the intestinal mucosa, which also causes a laxative effect.
The antiviral mechanism of action is not known. Ricinoleic acid is known to bind to prostaglandin receptors. Nausea and diarrhea are common side effects of this use.
High doses of oil can cause nausea, vomiting, colic, and severe diarrhea. Long-term use of high doses of folk remedies can worsen overall health without any tangible benefits.
Folk remedies for papillomas: food
1. Apply 10 drops of garlic oil to the papilloma and leave for 3-4 minutes. Repeat the procedure 4 times a day.
Doctor's comment:the antihypertensive and hypolipidemic effects of garlic have a scientific basis, while the antiviral effect (from colds) was disproved in a Cochrane Collaboration meta-analysis.
Invitro studies in rats and rabbits provide clear indications that garlic prevents plaque from depositing on vessel walls, but also reduces blood coagulation. Therefore, it seems reasonable not to take it in large quantities with medicines that reduce blood coagulation or a week before surgery or childbirth.
Several randomized controlled trials (RCTs) show that garlic lowers blood pressure in people with hypertension. A possible mechanism for this is sulfur compounds in garlic: they are converted into the body into dihydrogen sulfide, which has a vasodilating effect.
The use of garlic can be beneficial in the prevention and treatment of other diseases, but not papillomas. There is no antiviral effect, so garlic preparations will not help in the removal of a benign neoplasm.
2. Leaves of oregano.
Doctor's comment:common oregano contains many bioflavonoids. Essential oil mainly consists of monoterpenoids and monoterpenes, however, the concentrations of specific compounds vary widely depending on the geographical location and other variable factors. There are over 60 different compounds, the main ones being carvacrol and thymol.
The above substances have a slight bactericidal and fungicidal effects. Antibiotics do not work against viral diseases, therefore, they are not recommended for the treatment of papillomas.
According to a 2011 American clinical study, oregano leaves can cause a severe anaphylactic reaction in infants. Patients with a known allergy to essential oils or oregano are not allowed to take the plant. In most cases, it is harmless, but does not bear any benefit.
3. Grapefruit.
Doctor's comment: Grapefruits interact with various medications. They affect the small intestine enzymes that are involved in the breakdown of many drugs. The CYP3A4 enzyme is inhibited to such an extent that there is a risk of overdose. The concentration of drugs that are absorbed into the body becomes greater. The effect and side effects are greatly enhanced. When used with statins, this can lead to muscle disorders.
Grapefruits themselves lower cholesterol, but a combination with certain cholesterol lowering medications can lead to fatal muscle disorders. Grapefruit increases the likelihood of side effects of oxycodone.
Juice does not have an antiviral effect, but can enhance the effect of antiviral drugs that are metabolized through cytochrome P450. The risk of overdose also increases significantly. The patient should abandon the use of grapefruit during antiviral therapy.
4. Lubricate with sour cream and let the dog lick.
Doctor's comment: Sour cream does not contain biologically active substances that act against viruses, like dog saliva. The recipe is useless and harmful if the skin near the papilloma is damaged.
Folk remedies for papillomas: dangerous methods
1. Self-removal of papillomas.
Doctor's comment: removal of a benign neoplasm at home is fraught with the development of inflammation or the ingress of a pathogen into the human body. If the diagnosis is not confirmed, the patient risks more serious complications.
Folk remedies for papillomas in most cases are ineffective, since they do not have a virocidal effect. Stopping the growth of the neoplasm does not eliminate the root cause. The patient needs to consult a doctor to prevent possible complications.
