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Does anyone know where I can pick up some podophyllin solution for treating genital warts? Or maybe some Condyl...
Started by Sarah Bailey5 · · 👁 3 views · 11 replies
Susan Lee5 said:Fig milk is one of those old-school home remedies my grandmother used to swear by when I was five; I actually used it to clear a wart off my hand back then. As far as clinical trials go, I don't really feel the need for lab results proving fig efficacy. I spent an entire year applying Condyl, throwing a small fortune down the drain—not that I regret the experience, but there were zero results. Then, I tried a combination of fig and PlivaSept just once, and I haven't had a single Condyl in FOUR MONTHS! So, there's your verdict on "effective" Condyl and podophyllin. It’s all just chemistry and wasted effort.
Zachary Castillo7 said:You can't argue like that—just because it didn't work for you doesn't mean it's useless.
Tylenol doesn't touch my pain, but I wouldn't dream of saying the drug is bad just because it helps millions of other people and has proven clinical efficacy.
Everyone back in California used fig milk for warts, but I've never heard of anyone using it to treat Condyl.
Podophyllin is completely natural, just like fig milk, regardless of what you think. Meanwhile, PlivaSept is a fully synthetic preparation (chlorhexidine is pure, man-made synthetics).
I'm sorry it didn't work for you, but that doesn't mean it won't work for others. It's an official medication, not some dietary supplement.
Isn't podophyllin prescribed as a compounded medication?😕 😕
Susan Lee5 said:Fair point, but I was just so disappointed when they didn't help me, and then I discovered fig milk and PlivaSept and—lo and behold! So, I just wanted to suggest to her that there are other alternatives besides Condyl and Podophyllin which, in my experience, were more effective. Perhaps if it worked for me, it might work for her too.
Zachary Castillo7 said:It never hurts to try—as long as it’s safe!😬 Just be careful with the PlivaSept. It can irritate the mucous membranes, so use it sparingly and only directly on the affected areas.
Adam Wilson82 said:Drawing from my own personal struggles with condyls, I’d suggest looking into Aldara cream. In my experience, things like cauterization, podophyllin, or most other topical treatments you find on the market just don't cut it. I dealt with HPV about five years ago, and honestly, it was an exhausting battle until my doctor finally pointed me toward Aldara. I truly tried everything under the sun—immune-boosting teas like Tahebo, those great anti-inflammatory syrups you can pick up at Walgreens, various vaginal suppositories, Virulex cream... you name it, I tried it.
Once I managed to get my hands on some Aldara after traveling to Germany, the condyls began to clear up bit by bit, and even my CIN 2 readings resolved. I’ve had completely clear results for four years now, so despite this being a viral issue, it seems to have vanished for good.
I should warn you, though, that Aldara is quite potent. During the treatment period, you're going to deal with skin irritation and itching... but that’s just the price you have to pay for progress.
There are plenty of differing theories regarding its efficacy; you'll find one segment of the medical community fully behind it, while others remain skeptical.
Ultimately, the growths disappeared for me, and in about 90% of cases, they don't seem to return (though I’d need to double-check that specific statistic since I'm not 100% certain).
As for that fig leaf remedy, that might be a decent approach for warts on your hands or other external areas, but when it comes to genital issues, fig extract is far too aggressive (due to the sap). That's really all I have to share. I actually studied HPV for several years, so if anyone needs more specific advice, I'm happy to help. Just a heads-up: abroad, the cream runs about $85–$95. Here in the States, it tends to be a bit more expensive, around $273. It’s also not available everywhere; you usually have to order it through specific pharmacies, like the ones near downtown Chicago or certain specialized clinics in the suburbs. So, there you go.