HPV or human papilloma virus causes the development of warts on the human body. Treatment is comprehensive, antiviral drugs, immunomodulators to strengthen the immune system and other medications are prescribed. Removal methods are diverse - they use cryodestruction, laser and radio wave procedures. However, such procedures require financial investments. Therefore, many people prefer folk remedies for warts, which are no less effective. The disadvantage is that it takes a long time to use.
Traditional treatment for warts on fingers
Warts can appear anywhere. However, in most clinical cases they affect the feet and fingers of the upper extremities. Hands are always visible, they have to be constantly processed, which creates certain inconveniences.
There are many recipes that will help solve the problem yourself at home. The most commonly recommended use is garlic. It is used in the form of a paste or applied in a thin layer to the affected area. The procedure lasts 12 hours, so it is best to do it immediately before bedtime. During the day, you can simply rub the problem area with garlic; it is not recommended to moisten it with water.
FYI: Onions also help clear skin growths, but they are less effective than garlic. The vegetable is suitable for patients whose skin is more sensitive. Used similarly to garlic.
Folk remedies for warts on the finger (recipes):
- Chew a small piece of propolis thoroughly and stick it on the tumor overnight. Remove in the morning and repeat the process in the evening. Reviews show that within a week you can get rid of any type of warts and papillomas;
- A raw chicken egg is poured with simple vinegar. If the solid surface dissolves, you need to carefully remove it, remove the film and immediately pour everything back. Add visceral fat to the mix. Stir until a thick, homogeneous mixture forms. Store in the refrigerator, lubricate the formations twice a day;
- Thyme decoction is used for baths. It is necessary to pour boiling water over 2 tablespoons of the medicinal plant and leave for 15 minutes. Dip the upper limbs into the hot broth and leave them in the liquid for 40 minutes.
It should be emphasized that warts are an external manifestation of the activity of the human papilloma virus. When multiple neoplasms are present, new growths constantly appear, indicating extremely low immunity. Then treatment with folk remedies is necessarily supplemented with antiviral drugs.
Traditional therapy for warts on the feet
Warts that appear on the legs cause great physical and mental discomfort to the patient. Treating growths on the lower extremities is much more difficult, so a lot of patience is required from the patient.
You can get rid of warts with folk remedies in the following ways:
- Using potatoes is an old method that has been tried and tested for centuries. Cut the tuber in two and rub off the warts immediately. Next, connect the two potato halves and tie them together with red thread. Then throw away the vegetables. It is believed that all warts disappear once they rot.
- Tea tree oil has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antiviral effects. The procedure should be carried out twice a day, applying a small amount of the product to the problem area.
- Castor oil for warts is an effective folk remedy. It is used in several variations. The first method: apply a few drops of oil to the growth and rub into the problem area for 15 minutes. Second option: apply 5-8 drops to a medical bandage, apply to the wart and leave for 12 hours. The duration of treatment is one month.
- Among the popular folk methods, the "banana treatment method" is popular. You need to peel the fruit and then cut it into squares several centimeters long. Place the outside on the wart, put garlic paste on top and bandage it.
Important: Before you use an essential oil for the first time, you must ensure its compatibility. To do this, mix a few drops of vegetable oil and 2 drops of essential oil and apply the mixture to the crook of your elbow. If there is no irritation on the skin, the use of this folk remedy is appropriate.
Treating warts at home can be a lengthy process. You cannot take breaks, otherwise there will be no effect. It should be borne in mind that a recipe helps someone quickly, but for some it is not suitable at all. If positive dynamics are not observed within a week, it is recommended to choose another treatment option.
Medicinal herbs for warts
Plants are used everywhere for medicinal purposes, including getting rid of warts on the skin. Some herbs contain certain components that destroy the structure of the neoplasm.
Celandine
Celandine is a poisonous plant, but its correct and careful use helps to cure many diseases. The system must be used according to the following algorithm:
- Cut the plant without grabbing the root;
- Squeeze out the juice;
- Apply 3-4 drops to the problem area using a pipette;
- Secure everything at the top with tape.
- After a quarter of an hour, remove the patch and repeat the process.
- In total, the juice is applied up to 6 times a day;
- The treatment lasts 4 days.
Note: It is not recommended to remove warts on the face with celandine, as there is a high risk of toxic substances entering healthy skin and causing inflammation, hyperemia or burns.
Aloe and Kalanchoe
Traditional methods of treating warts recommend using aloe. This component effectively removes growths of any localization. It can be used to remove tumors on the arms, legs, décolleté, neck, face, etc.
In 250 ml of ordinary water you need to dissolve a teaspoon of soda. Dip a cotton pad in the solution and smear the affected area. After washing, the aloe leaf is cut lengthwise, the juicy side is placed on the wart and fixed with a plaster or bandage. It is better to carry out the manipulation before bedtime. Only remove the bandage in the morning. To achieve the desired result, the procedure is carried out daily for a week.
Kalanchoe is applied to growth three times a day. Attach it in the same way as aloe leaves. Reviews note that already on the fourth day the wart becomes less noticeable and begins to dry out.
dandelion
Dandelion helps get rid of many skin diseases. To treat warts, you can use the fresh juice of the plant. Alcohol tinctures are also made based on the herb and are used as lotions. If fresh plant juice is used, it is applied to the new growth 2-3 times a day; You should not get your hands wet during this time. The duration of the therapy course is 1 month.
Alcohol tincture for warts:
- Fill a quart jar with fresh flowers;
- Pour in alcohol or vodka so that the liquid covers the plant components;
- Let the homemade medicine steep in the refrigerator for two weeks.
A compress with alcohol tincture is made 5-6 times a day. Place a small amount on a cotton pad and wrap with a bandage. As soon as the medicine dries, the manipulation is repeated again. This process is repeated until the pathological element is completely eliminated.
More recipes for skin warts
Treatment of warts with folk remedies is carried out using an infusion based on unripe walnuts and kerosene. You need to grind two handfuls of soft-shelled nuts with a meat grinder, place them in a 3-liter jar and fill with kerosene. Leave to rest for 20 days, then filter. Apply as a compress 4-6 times daily. The duration of treatment is two weeks.
Worth knowing: Birch tar helps get rid of warts within a week. Two drops are applied to cotton wool, applied to the growth and fixed with a plaster. Do not remove for 6 hours. Repeat every day. After 7 days there is no longer any trace of the tumors.
Non-traditional treatment of warts:
- Take a kilogram of salt and put it in a tight bag. Place your hands in and rub the skin for 5-7 minutes. Then don't get your hands wet for 60 minutes. Repeat the manipulation four days in a row. You need to rub gently so as not to hurt the skin. The recipe is suitable for patients who often have rashes on their hands;
- A mixture of table salt and clay helps get rid of tumors in any area. Mix in equal proportions, add a small amount of water until a thick "dough" is formed. Form a cake, apply it to the problem area and stick a patch on it. Do it three times a day. The duration of treatment is 5-10 days.
Some people recommend using the ashes of a burnt match. The recipe is quite unique, but has many positive reviews. Remove the sulfur heads and burn the matches completely. Mix the powder with a little water until it forms a thick paste. Apply dotwise to the wart and secure with adhesive tape. Ash is renewed every day. Therapy is carried out until the tumor disappears.
The article contains only proven recipes that have positive reviews. However, it must be remembered that all people are different and therefore the effectiveness of the formulation depends on the physiological characteristics of the person and the depth of skin damage.