PapillomaIt is a benign neoplasm that is stimulated by the human papillomavirus (HPV) virus and occurs in different parts of the body: on the neck, under the arms, in the bladder, on the genitals, on the vocal cords, on the eyes, on the membranesmucosa of the mouth and nose.
Reasons to happen
The natural cause of the growth and formation of unpleasant warts is HPV. This virus is very widespread - it is found in about 60% of the population.
The virus spreads in the following ways:
- Sexual. . . Through intercourse, genital warts appear on the body.
- During childbirth. . . When infected during childbirth, papillomas and warts usually appear several months after birth.
- At home. . . Infection occurs at home, in public places and in transportation.
- About certainprocedures. . . For example, you can "pick up" HPV while epilation or shaving.
True, despite the active spread, in 90% of cases, the body can independently deal with HPV.
Why are papillomas dangerous?
Small papillomas that appear on the human body do not always attract attention, but even they can be dangerous.
So papillomas can be caused by terrible diseases:
- Carcinoma;
- Cervical cancer (cervical cancer);
- Dysplasia of the cervix;
- Oral cancer;
- Throat cancer;
- Shortness of breath and asthma symptoms (especially in children);
- Impotence;
- Bowen's disease;
- Leases of the mucous membranes.
Growth can cause psychological and aesthetic problems to cause growth, but their main danger is human health problems (up to precancerous and cancerous conditions).
Diagnostics
HPV diagnostics includes at least 7 procedures:
- Clinical examination. . . All growth on the patient's body is identified and examined by a specialist on examination. If anogenital warts have been detected, men can be assigned a ureteroscope procedure, women are assigned to visit a gynecologist to examine the cervix.
- Colposcopy. . . Examination of the female genital organs using a special device - a colposcope.
- Histological examination. . . Explore the deep zones of the Malpighian layer and the development of coilocytes.
- Cytological examination. . . The classification is made according to PAP smear test, which includes 5 classes. I - the cytological picture is normal, V - a large number of atypical cells.
- Digene test(screening test). This procedure allows you to quickly identify the elevated concentration of the virus. This test is very accurate.
- PCR typing. . . This procedure allows you to identify individual types of the virus. The method, however, has a disadvantage: 20% of PCR typing gives a false result (since the infection is short-lived).
- PCR(orpolymerase chain reaction). It allows you to not only identify HPV, but also other sexually transmitted diseases.
Treatment
HPV requires a cautious and careful approach, and before deciding on treatment (eradication), the patient must undergo the necessary tests. Sometimes the patient may not need medical intervention - the papilloma may go away over time.
Traditional treatment
It is important to understand that there is no way to completely eradicate HPV. All that needs to be done is to eliminate the manifestations of the disease (in the form of papillomas, warts and other growths). They are the cause of cancers and precancerous conditions (not HPV). It happens that HPV lives in the body for up to 30 years, without manifesting itself on the skin.
Therapy with the use of immunomodulators and antiviral drugs is rarely prescribed. Doctors prescribe such medications for highly oncogenic types of the virus.
Official medicine offers the following methods for removing lesions:
- Surgical removal. . . This is a very great measure against papillomas and warts. Usually used when there is too much construction. The patient must be prepared in advance, using the appropriate qualifications of the doctor and local anesthesia.
After the operation is completed, a seam is applied to connect the tissues. The skin heals within 3-4 weeks, however, a scar / scar may remain.
- Electrocoagulation. . . It includes exposure to electric shock at the site of the injury. It is necessary to "cauterize" the bottom of the affected area. The main advantage of this procedure is accurate sealing of the vessels, practically bloodless. The skin is restored within 7-10 days with the least risk of scar formation.
- Laser removal (laser coagulation). . . Provides exposure to a focused laser beam. The procedure is performed without anesthesia and only takes a few minutes, leaving rough claws (they drop quickly and leave no trace).
Laser coagulation has minimal risk of scar formation and allows you to quickly eliminate the accumulation of warts or warts. The only disadvantage of the operation is the high cost.
- Cryodestruction (burning with nitrogen). . . To complete the procedure, you will need a drop of liquid nitrogen, which will immediately destroy its structure when it hits the wart. It allows you to get rid of the erection in 7-10 days.
Cauterization with nitrogen is considered an effective and affordable method, however, if the area is large, several sessions may be required. The technique is actively used in private and public clinics, aesthetics and health centers. The only negative is the risk of relapse if the specialist does not burn the growth to the end.
- Radiosurgery. . . It is made with special equipment. The method has appeared relatively recently, it allows you to remove all growth quickly and painfully. But so far, access to radiosurgery is not available because of its high cost.
- Chemical destruction. . . When "vigorous" chemicals are made. substances and acids. These compounds are applied to condylomas, papillomas or warts without special equipment. This is a cheap method, but it is relatively effective.
Important!During any procedure, there is a risk of damage to nearby tissues, which threatens the spread of the virus.
Drug treatment
Before deciding to start self-treatment, the patient should consult a specialist so that he prescribes drugs that are suitable for home use.
It is important to remember that you cannot even trim warts that look harmless, since the causes of the incident are not known. It can even accelerate their growth and increase the risk of HPV degradation in oncological tumors. When papillomas appear on mucous surfaces (eyes, nose or throat), the cause and treatment should be studied under the supervision of the attending physician.
There are the following common ways to get rid of papillomas:
- Duct tape. . . Warts can be removed by using adhesive tapes purchased in the pharmacy and filled with a special composition. This composition has a destructive effect on the papilloma for a while, then goes with tape. To reduce acidity, the strips are usually moistened with warm water before rubbing.
- Freeze- This is one of the most common procedures for eliminating papillomas. The use of freezing drugs, as a rule, to eliminate neoplasms is indicated with localization in the intimate area or elsewhere, and such treatment is possible without anesthesia. You can buy a special drug for yourself in a pharmacy, and the procedure requires strict adherence to the instructions. After a week of therapy, there will be no trace of papillomas.
- Pharmaceutical preparation with phenol, intended for the treatment of warts and papillomas. It is very effective - skin neoplasms are removed after one application, but the procedure is accompanied by pain, since a wound remains at the site of the papilloma, which takes time to heal.
- Gel with celandine extract, whose effectiveness is confirmed by the Ministry of Health. Differences in the absence of pain during destruction.
There are various cases associated with the appearance of growth and requiring the destruction of neoplasms. Depending on the location of the papilloma, the urgency of its removal and whether this is the first appearance of HPV, different methods can be used to treat papillomas.
The need to consult a specialist is also that when papillomas appear, there is a risk that drugs will independently use papillomatous defects of the skin, the growths of which are visible throughout the body in any place. top. In this case, their treatment will take longer.
Folk remedies
Folk remedies are often used in conjunction with any home self-treatment. As with other methods of therapy, after consulting a doctor, traditional medicine can be used. They are especially useful during pregnancy and immunosuppression.
These folk remedies have a high efficacy that increases the resistance of the human body against infections. Some can be taken in combination with antibiotics prescribed by your doctor.
Of plant origin
To prevent the appearance of subsequent papillomas, you can use herbal infusions daily(lemon balm, nettle, plantain, horsetail, dill, St. John’s wort and others) or juice obtained from red potato tubers.
It is worth highlighting celandine from the herbal remedies used to remove neoplasms. It is allowed to use its juice, leaves or pharmaceutical infusion. Its regular use dries papillomas, then they do not fall off.
Astrology gives an idea of how to remove papillomas- presents HPV as a viral disease in the form of skin formations, and no matter how papillomas develop, it can only be removed when the moon is waning. In this case, it is necessary to strengthen the immune system using herbal tea. A minimum 3 month administration course is required for complete cessation of growth.
Non-plant origin
In addition to using herbal products, the following non-herbal products are also very effective:
- Treat HPV with egg- This is one of the most effective and known ways to eliminate papillomavirus virus. It consists of papillomas that are just visible on the body smeared with egg white, and all other layers are applied only after the previous one has dried. In a few days, after the protein is very dry, only papillomas will remain. This is a relatively effective and simple treatment for neoplasms on the body.
- Alcohol tincture- you need to mix 0. 1 liter of alcohol, 2 grams of boric acid, 2. 5 grams of iodine and the same amount of acetosalicylic acid. It is forbidden to lubricate papillomas with localization of the eyelids or mucous membranes with this mixture. Instead of this recipe, you can use ammonia, or you can make vinegar and flour balls (the same restrictions apply to the use of this tool).
- Castor oilIt is a painless treatment for skin lesions. The effectiveness of the oil is due to the presence of acid in its composition, which destroys neoplasms.
- Kerosene ointment and green walnuts- used to treat papilloma virus in the form of warts, including genitals. For this purpose, it is necessary to grind young nuts, then fill them with kerosene in a ratio of 2 to 1. After infusing the mixture in a dark place for 3 weeks, it can be used to lubricate papillomas. This is a fairly effective way to eliminate any neoplasms.
- Apple cider vinegar. . . You need to distill apple cider vinegar on a clean towel or cotton swab, and then wipe the papilloma three times a day. After a few days, the growth will change color. The course lasts several weeks, after which the neoplasm is gone. To make this procedure safer, it is recommended that you dilute the vinegar with a little water before treating the affected area.
Even supporters of conservative treatment acknowledge the use of non-prescription drugs, which completely denies the possibility of self-medication. In fact, it is a controversial question whether it is possible to get rid of HPV using traditional medicine alone.
Both non-traditional and drug treatment can succeed, but in the right combination and on the recommendation of one specialist.