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What Causes Warts Around The Knees And Thumb?
I have warts around my knee and on one thumb. I m told it is a virus, that having them surgically removed or frozen off by my Dr., which I have had done. But they keep coming back. Today at the gym a woman told me about essential oils might be able to help. What do you think?
Mon, 6 Feb 2017
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It is related to a virus called HPV (human papilloma virus) and unfortunately the warts can recur when treated as has happened to you.
There are some oils that have been used to treat these warts, the response has been varied.
You can consider trying them to see if they are effective for you.
Some persons use apple cider vinegar, coconut oil, oregano oil, frankincense oil in combination or separately.
Tea tree oil, clove oil, lavender, lemon oil are also used as well.
They are not likely to cause any harm if you try to use them.
I hope this helps
It is related to a virus called HPV (human papilloma virus) and unfortunately the warts can recur when treated as has happened to you.
There are some oils that have been used to treat these warts, the response has been varied.
You can consider trying them to see if they are effective for you.
Some persons use apple cider vinegar, coconut oil, oregano oil, frankincense oil in combination or separately.
Tea tree oil, clove oil, lavender, lemon oil are also used as well.
They are not likely to cause any harm if you try to use them.
I hope this helps
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