Papillomas are familiar to many people, most of whom live with them without concentrating. Often these are harmless formations. However, exceptions are possible in the disease, there is a viral principle, so it is transmitted in different ways.
In medicine, this disease is called papillomavirus infection, it is characterized by the formation of many unpleasant bumps on the body. In appearance, it is combined with broad-based or pedunculated warts. As a rule, these are benign growths on the skin, but exceptions are possible, so do not delay a visit to the doctor when the first neoplasms appear. What is papilloma and how is it treated?
Features and methods of infection
This type of infection differs from other growths by its rough surface. The color is different: light, almost from white to dark brown. They can be seen in different parts of the human body: on the face - in the eye area, mostly on the eyelids, neck, underarms, chest and under, but the most horrible is the appearance on the genitals. The diameter is up to 1. 5 cm from the size of millet. Infection occurs during sexual intercourse, but infection is also possible through superficial contact with the patient and non-compliance with basic hygiene rules. This disease affects people who are weakened by various diseases, and is triggered by various factors: SARS or influenza, nervous diseases, long-term use of drugs, diseases of the digestive system, etc.
More often, this disease affects people:
- unhealthy lifestyle - smokers and drinkers
- having unprotected sex
- in health
- women with genital diseases
- pool, bath and sauna lovers
Even though public places are often disinfected, the virus is able to live and reproduce in a humid environment.
Species
If there is an incomprehensible growth and something that causes its appearance, only a doctor can definitely answer. However, depending on its appearance and location, you can guess the nature of the disease. What are they?
common warts
These formations have a different name - vulgar papilloma. They often occur in the neck, arms and knees. The diameter of the growths is not very large. They look like medium-sized beads, but in a single thread. Sometimes they join groups. Rare cases of this type of malignant tumor are known.
plantar
Such a formation is visible only on a person's heel. It is a concern when choosing shoes and when walking. It does not pose any danger. They often disappear spontaneously with the change of seasons or the improvement of the body's immunity.
straight
These growths usually occur on the palms or soles of the feet. Such neoplasms are close to the skin and have a fleshy color. 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 occurs during sleep. 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 are a carrier of a viral infection, seek professional help immediately. Preventing the appearance of new neoplasms is easier than getting rid of existing ones. Using a simple blood test and a smear from the genitals, a specialist will accurately confirm or deny the presence of a disease in your body. There are more than 60 strains of the virus. But the real danger is only half.
There are several ways to get rid of existing growths:
- surgical
- laser
- chemical
- medicine
- folk ways
Now let's look at each of these methods in more detail.
If you are a carrier of uterine papilloma, then you can not do without surgery. The formation affects the mucous surface of the genitals, the doctor cleans the cavity using hysteroscopy. The procedure is performed under complete anesthesia. The doctor uses special devices and cuts the endometrium, after which an excision is performed. Surgery is not popular in the treatment of affected external areas, because the procedure itself is not pleasant and leaves scars.
Beauty salons use laser treatment. This technology does not cause significant discomfort and does not require hospitalization of the patient. This method is used when it is necessary to remove the growth on the exposed 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 form is removed and cauterized at the same time, thus eliminating bleeding. This way, you can delete the collected ones one or more times.
Chemical exposure occurs in the most extreme cases when a person is struck by a malignant formation. In this case, a drug that affects the patient's entire body is administered intravenously. It is very dangerous because it has many side effects. When neoplasms appear on the cervix, chemical exposure is used. The difference is that the drug is not injected into the blood, but is applied to a tampon and applied to the formation. Note that large doses of this drug are very toxic. This treatment is not strictly recommended for pregnant and lactating women.
Doctors also use traditional correction. However, before making a final diagnosis, it is necessary to reliably determine the strain and type of virus. Then antibacterial and antiviral drugs are prescribed. In addition, immunomodulatory therapy is definitely used. Only a doctor will prescribe medication, but keep in mind that both partners must be treated at the same time.
Even well-known doctors often resort to traditional medicine, and you should not ignore it. You can try to get rid of papillomas at home. The first recipe from our grandmothers: garlic and celandine. Celandine is bought with garlic in a pharmacy, I think it is easier to have in the hands of every housewife. A few drops of celandine and a clove of garlic juice will suffice. Apply to the unwanted process every day before going to bed with a cotton swab soaked in this composition. We recommend applying a new composition again and again.
Results
Now you theoretically know what a papilloma is and how to better treat it. Remember that it is best to use a combination of medical and laser treatment in treatment. This is the only way to health. Under no circumstances should you experiment with self-medication. You can find out the severity of the disease only by consulting a doctor. Even if you have enough information, it is easy to make mistakes yourself. You need to grow up on time until you grow up and make your life difficult.