Papillomas are familiar to many people, most have lived with them for years without focusing their attention. Often these are harmless formations. But exceptions are possible in the disease, there is a viral principle, therefore, it is transmitted in various ways.
In medicine, this disease is called papillomavirus infection, which is characterized by formations on the body, many unsightly lumps. Converging in appearance with warts, broad-based or pedunculated. As a rule, these are benign growths on the skin, but exceptions are possible; therefore, when the first neoplasms appear, do not postpone the visit to the doctor. What is papilloma and how is it treated?
Characteristics and methods of infection
This type of infection is distinguished from other growths by a rough surface. The color is different: from light, almost white to dark brown. They can appear in various places on the human body: on the face - in the eye area, more often not on the eyelids, on the neck, in the armpits, on the chest and below, but the most terrible thing is the appearance on the genitals. The diameter varies from millet size to 1. 5 cm. Infection occurs during sexual contact, but cases of infection are also possible through superficial contact with the patient and failure to fully observe the elementary rules of hygiene. This disease affects people with immunity, weakened by various diseases, and is provoked by several factors: SARS or flu, nervous disorders, use of medication for a long time, diseases of the digestive system and others.
Most often, this disease affects people:
- who lead an unhealthy lifestyle - smokers and drinkers
- have unprotected sex
- in bad health
- women with genital diseases
- fans of pools, baths and saunas
Even with frequent cleaning of public places, the virus manages to survive and multiply in a humid environment.
types
If you have an incomprehensible growth and what caused it to appear, only a doctor can definitively answer. But, judging by the appearance and location, you can guess the nature of the disease. What are they?
common warts
These formations have a different name - papilloma vulgaris. They usually occur in the neck, arms and knees. The growths are not very large in diameter. They resemble medium-sized beads, but only on one stem. Sometimes they merge into groups. Rare cases of this species growing into a malignant tumor are known.
to plant
Such a formation appears exclusively on the sole of a person. It causes discomfort when choosing shoes and when walking. It poses no threat. Often they disappear on their own with a change in the season or in the case of an improvement in the body's immunity.
apartment
These growths usually form on the palm or foot. Such neoplasms are closely adjacent to the skin and have a flesh color. It causes discomfort in the form of irritation, itching and pain.
filiform
These warts are often age related. The disease is acquired at any age and is latent. Over the years, hormonal changes and the growth of these papillomas occur. They can be located anywhere on the human body.
how to treat
If you suspect that you have a viral infection, seek help from specialists immediately. It is easier to prevent the appearance of new neoplasms than to get rid of those that have already appeared. Using a simple blood test and a smear of Organs genitals, a specialist will accurately confirm or deny the presence of a disease in your body. The virus has more than 60 strains. But the real danger is only half.
Get rid of existing growths in several ways:
- surgical
- laser
- chemical
- medicinal
- popular ways
Now let's look at each of these methods in more detail.
If you are a carrier of uterine papilloma, you cannot do without surgical intervention. The formation affects the mucous surface of the genitals, the doctor cleans the cavity, using hysteroscopy. The procedure takes place under complete anesthesia. The doctor uses special devices and cuts the resulting endometrium, after which an excision is performed. The surgical method is not popular in treating externally affected areas as the procedure itself is not pleasant and leaves scars.
Beauty salons use laser treatment. This technology does not cause significant inconvenience and does not require patient hospitalization. This method is used when it is necessary to remove the growth on the open part of the body. The operation itself is performed without anesthesia. The client lies comfortably in a special chair and the doctor touches the wart with a special device that emits laser beams. The root of the formation is removed and cauterized at the same time, thus eliminating bleeding. In this way, you can remove one accumulation or several at once.
Chemical exposure is carried out in the most extreme cases, if a person is afflicted with a malignant formation. In this case, a drug is administered intravenously to the patient, which affects the patient's entire body. It is very dangerous as it has many side effects. When neoplasms appear on the cervix, a chemical method of exposure is used. With the difference that the drug is not injected into the blood, but is applied on a cotton swab and applied to the formation. Note that large doses of this drug are very toxic. This type of treatment is categorically not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.
Doctors also use traditional correction. But before making a final diagnosis, it is necessary to reliably establish the strain and type of virus. After that, antibacterial and antiviral drugs are prescribed. In addition, immunomodulatory therapy is necessarily used. Only one doctor will prescribe medication, but remember that both partners must be treated at the same time.
Even famous doctors often turn to traditional medicine, and you should not ignore it. You can try to remove papillomas at home. Our grandmothers' first recipe: garlic and celandine. Celandine is bought at the drugstore, with garlic, I think it's even easier for every housewife to have on hand. A few drops of celandine and the juice of a clove of garlic will suffice. Every day, before going to bed, apply a cotton swab dipped in this composition for an unwanted process. We advise you to apply a new composition repeatedly.
conclusions
Now you know in theory what a papilloma is and how to best treat it. Remember that it is best to use a combination of medical and laser treatment for treatment. This is the only true path to health. In no case do not carry out experiments on yourself with self-medication. Only by contacting a doctor can you find out the strain of your illness. It's easy to make mistakes, even with enough information. It is necessary to remove the growths in a timely manner, until they grow and make your life problematic.