HPV and Menopause: What Every Midlife Woman Needs To Know - #94

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted infection that can affect women of all ages, including those in midlife. Over 42 million people are infected with the HPV virus in the US alone. At least 80% of sexually active women will have been infected with HPV at some point in their lives, and at least 4 out of every 5 women will have been infected by age 50. Most HPV infections clear up on their own within a couple of years, but high-risk HPV infections that persist can lead to cancer, including cervical cancer, cancer of the vagina, vulva, and anus in women. About half of all cervical cancer cases occur in women over 50, and more than 20% are found in women over 65. These cancers are rare in women who have had regular cervical cancer screenings before age 65. There are 4,000 deaths every year from cervical cancer and it is preventable. One issue is that many women who are past menopause stop seeing their OBGYNs on an annual basis, meaning that they are not continuing to be screened.

My guest today will share an incredible amount of information on HPV, including how to strengthen our immune system to clear the virus, how our gut and vaginal microbiomes affect our immune system, the importance of micronutrient status on a cellular level, different protocols to follow to clear the virus, and what screening should look like for you.

Mindfulness also plays a pivotal role in supporting menopausal women in clearing HPV and promoting overall health. Stress has been shown to weaken the immune system, making it harder for the body to combat persistent HPV infections. By fostering a calm state and reducing chronic stress, mindfulness practices such as meditation and deep breathing can enhance immune function, potentially aiding in the clearance of HPV. Additionally, mindfulness helps women cultivate greater body awareness and resilience during menopause, a time of significant hormonal and emotional changes. This holistic approach empowers women to take proactive steps in supporting their well-being, including prioritizing immune health. Consider this episode Part 3 in my mindfulness series as it relates to chronic disease and infections.

Dr. Doni Wilson is a naturopathic doctor, professional midwife, clinical nutritionist, international speaker, and best-selling author of Master Your Stress Reset Your Health. For over 24 years, Dr. Doni has been in clinical practice and has raised awareness of the impact of stress and trauma on our health and how it is possible to recover and become resilient to stress.

Dr. Doni suffered from migraines for many years, and in the process of solving them, she developed her Stress Recovery Protocol®. She has used her protocol to help thousands of patients overcome health challenges, including assisting women to clear HPV and prevent cervical cancer.

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