So, you’ve been told you have HPV. Maybe you heard terms like “high-risk” or “low-risk,” or maybe you kind of zoned out after hearing the diagnosis and now aren’t quite sure what type you have or how concerned you should be. If you’re feeling anxious or confused, you’re not alone. HPV diagnoses are common, and […]
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We understand that the thought of a Pap smear can be intimidating for many women. Many individuals feel anxious about the potential discomfort or pain associated with the process. If you’re wondering, “Does a Pap smear hurt?” you’re not alone. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll address your concerns, explain what to expect during the exam,
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In a groundbreaking move towards enhancing women’s health and preventing cervical cancer rates from the continuing incline, new guidelines outlined in the Journal of the American medical association (JAMA), suggest that direct-mail self-sampling kits for HPV, increased cervical cancer screening by 14% in those who were past due for their pap smears. A study in
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Condyloma Acuminatum is a fancy way of saying genital warts – a common symptom of a Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Genital warts can be alarming and irritating. If you are experiencing genital warts, you are probably wondering how you can get rid of them. Is there anything you can do naturally? In this blog, we
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Scheduling a colposcopy exam can come with a flood of anxieties – will it be uncomfortable? What if you receive an abnormal Pap? What comes next? If you’re feeling these concerns, you are not alone. We are here to equip you with a few ways to prepare your body, mind, and cervix for your next
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HPV is now considered the most common sexually transmitted infection among North Americans. The Center of Disease Control estimates that nearly everyone who is sexually active will have contracted a strain of HPV at some point in their lives. With HPV being highly prevalent in the young female population and infertility now affecting one-fifth of couples trying to
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There is no shame around HPV. At least, there shouldn’t be. Yet many women who have HPV feel shameful about it and are worried about sharing the information with future partners, at the risk of being judged. You’re not alone. HPV is Growing HPV is now considered to be the most common sexually transmitted infection
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Anal cancer is a topic that no one wants to talk about, but should be discussed. The American Cancer Society estimates about 8,300 new cases of anal cancer in the United States and over 1,200 deaths to occur as a result. These are not insignificant figures. HPV can lead to and cause anal cancer, which
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Why Get A Pap Smear? Routine checkups testing for HPV with your healthcare provider is your saving grace. Prevention is key in cervical cancer. Cervical cancer is a slow-growing cancer that can take years to proliferate to actual cancer. Starting with abnormal cells, CIN I, II, and III, ASC-US, LSIL, HSIL, and eventually, squamous cell
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What are carotenoids? They make your carrots orange, but what is the benefit to your health? Why do we include carotenoids in Papillex? Does the form matter? Find all the answers to these questions…and more! What Are Carotenoids? Carotenoids, are a group of compounds that include lutein, zeaxanthin and lycopene. They are organic pigments that
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