Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common viruses in the world. It infects the skin and causes it to grow. Skin lesions can be spiky, flat or domed, protruding from the surface, or entering the skin.
HPV is also called wart virus. Wart growth can be single or multiple, like cauliflower. They can affect any part of the body, including the genitals (pointed papillomas). Certain types of infections, such as human papillomavirus 16, can lead to certain cancers, especially cervical cancer.
Human papilloma can be present in the body for years and cause no external symptoms. After appearing on the surface of the skin, papillomas can disappear on their own, without any treatment and pain, however, this does not happen immediately, but within six months, for example.
Human papilloma, disease prevention
Warts are contagious, transmitted through contact with infected skin, papillomas are transmitted in intimate areas sexually. The risk of passing the infection to a sexual partner can be reduced by using a condom. However, this is not a 100% protection since the transmission of the disease can occur when unprotected skin areas are in contact. During periods of papillomavirus virus activity, it is best to refuse sexual contacts altogether. Certainly the partner needs to be informed about the presence of HPV.
Papillomas on other parts of the skin, for example, on the hands and soles, can be transmitted by contact: by shaking hands, touching the infected handrails of the simulator, walking barefoot in the shower, towel, linen or otherto use. cosmetics. In these cases, prevention of the disease can observe personal hygiene.
Sometimes the human papillomavirus virus reactivates. In some people, these are rare and isolated cases, while others repeatedly have multiple papillomas. It depends on the nature of the virus and the condition of the human body. Poor immunity, hormonal problems, stress and excessive lifestyle with bad habits contribute to the increased activity of the virus.
To prevent repeated outbreaks of papillomavirus virus, the immune system should be strengthened. This requires proper nutrition, fitness, good sleep, abstinence from alcohol and smoking, controlling stressful situations. Taking care of your body’s health will allow you to avoid relapses and, over time, completely eradicate papillomas.
How to treat papillomas
Medication to destroy papillomavirus virus has not yet been discovered. In most cases, however, human papilloma is removed from the body and left untreated, through the efforts of the immune system. While the human papillomavirus virus itself cannot be cured with drugs, warty formations that arise as a result of infection are quite usable and effective. Papillomas may need to be removed repeatedly, because if HPV stays in the body, they will appear repeatedly.
There are various medical and traditional methods to treat papillomas. For example, get rid of the affected skin layers with salicylic acid or cryotherapy (freezing with liquid nitrogen). Skin may change color and texture for a short time after being exposed to nitrogen, but it recovers quickly. One of the ways to combat papillomas is immunotherapy, that is, to strengthen the body's defenses. With this method of treatment, antibodies (vaccinations) are injected into the body, which destroy the virus.
Acid cauterization and surgical removal with a laser or scalpel are also practiced. Pointed papillomas are removed according to the methods listed in medical institutions, during some repetitive procedures. It should also be noted that medical methods to treat papillomas are much more effective than the traditional methods.
Laser surgery is used when other methods have not helped solve the problem, or when papilloma needs to be removed quickly. Laser therapy can be applied to any part of the body, and with its help papillomas can be removed in intimate areas. The laser acts selectively without damaging healthy skin or creating wounds. A slight redness or hypersensitivity may occur, but this quickly resolves and heals the skin. Depending on the nature and size of the neoplasm, 1 to 3 laser procedures may be required.
After successful treatment, you should visit a doctor every year for preventive examinations. In accessible locations, the presence of characteristic growth is inspected independently. It is also recommended to take preventive measures against the recurrence of the disease, to strengthen the immune system, physical endurance and stress resistance.
Papillomas, treated with folk remedies
Along with medical methods to treat the external symptoms of human papilloma in the body, folk remedies have been proven that can accelerate recovery. Natural recipes must be used for a long time and regularly, in which case a lasting positive result can be achieved.
- Traditionally, folk medicine suggests getting rid of papillomas with fresh celandine juice. The stem of the plant is cut, and the affected skin is smeared with the "milk" released 2-3 times a day. Papillomas often disappear within a week or less, but sometimes require a longer period.
- Known for its bactericidal properties, garlic can also be used to remove papillomas. Garlic juice is smeared with papillomas several times a day. You can apply a small plate to the affected area of the skin at night and fix it with adhesive plaster. Remove the garlic in the morning, repeat several times if necessary.
- Mix the garlic gruel with vinegar, add a little flour to make the mixture creamy, apply it on papillomas, wrap with plastic wrap and leave overnight. In this case, healthy areas of the skin should be protected with adhesive plaster.
- Cold broth of thyme, infused for 40-60 minutes, cool slightly and use in the form of lotions. It will take 10 or more treatments. The cooling broth should be heated to a temperature of about 39 ° C.
- Steam the skin and add soft propolis. Secure with plaster for 2-3 days. The procedure can then be repeated.
- Apply a fresh cut of Kalanchoe leaf on the affected skin area and secure with plaster overnight. For treatment, the procedure must be repeated within 3 weeks. Similarly, you can use banana peels to remove papillomas.
- Australian tea tree oil, due to its antifungal and antiviral properties, can be used to treat papillomas. Moisten a cotton pad with a drop of oil, apply it on the skin area and fix it with adhesive plaster. For treatment, a long period of at least 1 month is required.