HPV & Cervical Dysplasia:
Alternatives to Conventional Therapy by Thomas Moraczewski, M.D.
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any women are now seeking non-traditional approaches to treat HPV-related cervical
abnormalities, such as mild dysplasia, atypical cells, etc. Conventional therapy might include observation only or destructive therapies such as LEEP, cervical conization, laser therapy or cyrotherapy. Many options exist. It must be emphasized, however, that these “alternative” methods are not accepted by traditional gynecologists. Only the woman herself can decide which approach to healing is appropriate. The basic recipe to treat mild to
severe cervical dysplasia involves two key processes: boosting the immune system to ward off viral invasion and eradicating the precancerous cervical tissue. Both of these processes involve several steps:
• Oral therapy with supplements to improve the immune system.
• Detoxifi cation of excess estrogen • Escharotic therapy
• Vaginal suppositories of homeopathic antioxidants
Always choose to
work with a physician who is trained and
knowledgeable when seeking therapies.
The immune system can be improved
by high doses of methylated B-vitamins (such as 5-10 grams of methylated folate), curcumin, selenium, reishi mushrooms, Vitamin C and Vitamin A. An extract from the aloe vera plant (“Beta-Mannan”) has been reported by some physicians to help eradicate cervical dysplasia. A Chinese herbal combo called Vagistat suppository has also been used.
Birth control pills have been linked to HPV-cervical lesions. Around 50% of sexually-active women who begin the pill will contract HPV within 4 years. The high estrogen
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content of synthetic estrogen can amplify the HPV DNA-transcription process, allowing the virus to multiply rapidly. In addition, viral proteins themselves can attach to the body’s estrogen receptors, adding to an estrogendominant state. Discontinuing the pill is considered pivotal in eradicating the HPV infection. Estrogen metabolism is improved using a broccoli extract called indole-3-carbinol or its derivative, diindole-methane (DIM). TMG (trimethylglycine), magnesium, and SAMe also help detoxifi cation of excess estrogen from the body. Topical treatment to the cervix (called “escharotic” therapy) using specially prepared pastes of bloodroot (sanguinaria), bromelain, zinc chloride and calendula, is performed in the offi ce by the doctor twice a week for one month. Self- administered vaginal suppositories containing green tea and vitamin A will continue for another 3 weeks. Follow-up paps are very crucial.
Generally, a repeat pap should be performed in 2-3 months after the escharotic therapy and every 3 months for the fi rst year and every 6 months in the second year. Hopefully, gradual improvement or resolution of the dysplasia will be seen. However, if the paps become worse or do not improve with these methods, then standard surgical therapy (LEEP, conization, etc.) should be done to prevent the development of invasive or cervical cancer. Always choose to work with a physician who is trained and knowledgeable when seeking therapies that are other than conventional.
Thomas Moraczewski, M.D. is an Integrative Gynecologist board certifi ed both in OBGYN and in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. For more information he can be reached at
The Center for Natural and Integrative Medicine: 407-355-9246. The Center is located at 6651 Vineland Road, Suite 150, Orlando 32819. More information is available at www.drkalidascom or email:
info@drkalidas.com.
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