Does green tea help with genital warts?

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  1. Natural Standard, The Authority on Integrative Medicine
     
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    Polyphenon E® ointment, containing an extract of green tea, has been approved in the United States for treatment of genital warts caused by human papillomavirus. Although this shows promise, further research is needed before a stronger conclusion can be made.

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    Polyphenon E® ointment, containing an extract of green tea, has been approved in the United States for treatment of genital warts caused by human papillomavirus. Although this shows promise, further research is needed before a stronger... More