Papillomas are primarily benign neoplasms. Its morphological composition may not change throughout a person's life, but sometimes it can degenerate into a malignant tumor.
The appearance of papilloma growth is promoted by viruses. According to the latest data, it is found in the body of 90% of the entire population. This does not always lead to the development of papillomatosis. Basically, it wakes up in the event of a decline in the body's immune system function.
Reasons for the development of papillomavirus
Infection with papillomavirus occurs through direct contact between healthy and sick people. Basically this happens:
- Caused by casual sexual intercourse where a method of contraceptive protection (condom) is not used.
- Infection can be caused by visiting public places (baths, solariums, swimming pools, saunas).
- If there is a wound on the skin of the hand (even a small one), the risk of infection increases when shaking hands with a sick person.
- Failure to comply with the basic standards of general and intimate hygiene, which is associated with the individual use of towels, scissors and combs.
- Newborns can be infected at birth by passing through the mother's birth canal.
Types of papillomas
Papilloma growths appear as small neoplasms that protrude slightly above the surface of the skin. Its diameter can reach 10 mm. Places where papillomas occur are armpits, neck and chest area, perineum and intimate organs.
Papilloma growth can manifest itself as:
Common warts.The most common manifestation of papillomavirus. It usually has a diameter of no more than 5 mm, and its shape has a circular outline. The color can be said to be no different from the body pigment. Sometimes it may be slightly brown and have a rough surface.
There are often:
- In hand.
- Head, probably hidden under hair.
- Skin folds.
- In the groin area.
- On the neck.
Acrochord.Or hanging papilloma. This variety can be distinguished from others by the fact that it is attached to the body with a thin stalk, and its growth does not occur in width, but in length. This causes some discomfort to a person. Because, as it grows, it is easily damaged by getting caught in clothes.
Also, this type of growth is characterized by double growth. They are localized in several parts, especially on the delicate skin of the neck, eyes, and perineum.
Juvenile papilloma.This type of papilloma can be considered the safest growth. In color they practically do not differ from the skin and do not stand out. And most often disappear after puberty.
Condyloma.There are two types, flat and pointed. When they appear, the patient should be careful. And take their events seriously. They tend to develop into malignant neoplasms. You can contract this type of condyloma through sexual contact.
They are often located on the mucous membranes of the external and internal genital organs, or around the rectal sphincter. Often their appearance is observed in the oral cavity.
Another danger of the growth of these papillomas is their tendency to increase trauma. After that they become a gateway for infection.
When can papillomas be removed at home?
There are two main reasons for removing papillomas:
- Medicine.It is based on the ability of this type of neoplasm to transform into a malignant state. To prevent this from happening, they use surgical treatment methods. Using laser or cryodestruction, removal with a scalpel is less commonly used.
- Cosmetics.This causes aesthetic discomfort, especially for women.
In any case, the decision to remove the papilloma growth must be agreed with a dermatologist. And, if he prescribes removal, it is best to do this on an outpatient basis or in a hospital.
Since the independent removal of this pathological growth can lead to:
- Causes unwanted burns to nearby tissue.
- Development of bleeding.
- Cicatricial changes in the skin.
- If sanitation is inadequate, there is a high probability of wound infection.
- If the manipulation is done poorly, a relapse may occur.
There are also restrictions where getting rid of papillomas and warts at home is considered impossible.
Papillomatous growths should not be touched or removed:
- If it quickly hypertrophies and changes its color to a darker tone.
- If it is localized in the mouth or oropharynx, as well as in the eye or eyelid area.
- If the papilloma is damaged and it bleeds or changes shape, removal at home can lead to complications.
Under no circumstances should you use scissors, a razor, or a knife to remove papillomas. In addition to the fact that these items are a source of infection, they will lead to the opposite effect. Papillomas will grow back, will be prone to rapid growth, and will be multiple.
When removing papillomas at home, it is recommended to use drugs that can be purchased at the pharmacy. Or use traditional medicine, which your doctor allows you to use.
You can not wrap the leg of the papilloma with thread, or cover the body of the growth with adhesive tape or tape. Because after using such a recipe, unaesthetic scars remain and there is a possibility of infection.
When the papilloma is localized in the intimate area, the procedure to remove it should only be done by a doctor and only in a hospital setting.
Papilloma removal
To perform high-quality removal of papilloma growths and warts at home, you can use drugs sold in pharmacies. An alternative to this method is the use of folk recipes.
The use of drugs based on alkaline compounds.Before carrying out such a procedure, it is necessary to treat the skin around the papilloma or wart. This can be done using a fatty cream that has a regenerating effect.
After this, a small drop of medicine is applied to the center of the papilloma. This manipulation can be repeated if the papilloma does not disappear after three days.
Positive dynamics in the treatment of papilloma can be achievedusing cryodestruction. To do this, it is not necessary to visit an expensive clinic, it is enough to buy a medicine with a freezing effect.
These drugs, after being applied to the surface of the growth, freeze it. This leads to disruption of the blood supply to the papilloma, as a result of which it dies and disappears.
Cauterization medicine based on poison.They are very effective against hanging papillomas. They give good results, after their use, the reappearance of pathological growth is very rarely observed. For this purpose, drugs containing phenol are used. It is a powerful poison. In order not to damage the adjacent skin, the drug is used cyclically. After the first use of the drug, at least 15 minutes must pass, after which the next layer is applied.
The main thing in using these drugs is to set the right dose (determine how many layers to use), such a decision can only be made by a doctor.
Solutions of organic origin.This group of pharmacological drugs includes:
- preparations based on salicylic and lactic acid.
- podophyllotoxin based products.
When using drugs containing acid, the use of one drop of the drug is sufficient. But if there is a need for repeated use, this manipulation can be repeated no earlier than two days later.
The use of drugs with podophyllotoxin sometimes causes some difficulties due to the fact that it must be used twice a day, according to a clear schedule of use every 12 hours. Therapy lasts for three days.
Papilloma spots.
Its chemical composition contains substances that promote the rejection of papillomas or warts. To do this, it is attached directly to the papilloma and is not removed for a week. Papilloma growth is rejected when the patch is removed. Sometimes it is not possible to remove the papilloma the first time, then the procedure must be repeated again.Healing pencil.The main ingredient of this medicine is silver nitrate. It has a good bactericidal and cauterizing effect. After the pencil is moistened with water, it is used to treat the stem and surface of the papilloma. During the day, this manipulation can be done two or three times.
Treatment with folk remedies
To cure this pathology, you can use medicinal herbs, some types of household chemicals, and vegetables.
celandine grass, in common people it is called warthog. With its help, you can get rid of papillomas and warts located on the human body, with the exception of the impossibility of using it on the face and intimate organs.
Before use, the celandine herb together with the rhizome is ground in a meat grinder. The resulting material is wrapped in gauze and squeezed. The juice is poured into a glass container and an equal amount of alcohol or 40-proof vodka is added. The liquid must be fermented and then it is ready for use.
The resulting tincture is used on papillomas or warts for 3 weeks; more than 6 tumors cannot be treated at one time.
It is very important to collect celandine during the period of rapid flowering, this is May and June. It is during this period that the greatest concentration of active ingredients occurs in its composition.
Soap.To remove papillomas and warts, laundry detergent labeled 65% is best. The treatment procedure is done before bedtime. To do this, apply a paste of laundry soap diluted with water to the wart area. In the morning, dry laundry soap is removed using hot water. Such manipulation is allowed for 4 days. If the positive effect is incomplete or absent, the procedure can be repeated after 2 weeks. Tar soap based on birch tar has the same effect.
Using garlic.
Garlic has a strong antibacterial effect and can be used to eliminate papillomas. To do this, you need to pass a few cloves of garlic through a blender or meat grinder, mix with olive oil or liquid honey. Mix thoroughly and apply to the papilloma area for 15 minutes. The remaining mixture is washed under running water. Manipulation is carried out no more than twice a day for 7 days.Vinegar and onion.This combination of products should not be used if papilloma growth is localized on the face, oral mucosa or genitals. Due to the fact that acetic acid can cause irritation and burns to nearby tissues.
To prepare the medicinal composition, you need to pour vinegar over a simple onion and leave it for 3 hours. Then cut the onion in half and secure it with a bandage on the body in the area where the papilloma is located. This procedure is done before going to bed, and in the morning the bandage is removed and washed with cold water.
Freshly squeezed potato juice.
This treatment method can be used in the treatment of papillomas located on the genitals, in the perineum and rectum. To do this, you can grate the potatoes through a fine grater, or use a meat grinder. The resulting pulp is squeezed out and the surface of the papilloma is treated twice a day.horse chestnut.
A good effect can be achieved by using it as an additive during bathing. To do this, you need to take about half a bucket of chestnuts and steam them with boiling water for 12 hours. After separating the chestnuts, add water to the bathtub.This procedure can be carried out every day for a week.
Kalanchoe.
The leaves of this plant should be used before going to bed. To do this, attach it to the papilloma area using a bandage or adhesive plaster. To enhance the effect, the affected surface can be wrapped with cellophane.Banana skin.It can be used by rubbing on the surface of the papilloma. Pre-cauterize with iodine alcohol solution.
Egg whitemust be applied to the surface of the papilloma, after drying the procedure is repeated again.
walnut(young fruits), through a meat grinder or blender, diluted half with kerosene. After that he stayed for 20 days. For the treatment of papilloma, it is applied daily to its surface. Can be used no more than 3 weeks.
Papilloma and pregnancy
Most scientific studies have concluded that the HPV virus does not pose a threat to expectant mothers and their babies.
Papilloma removal should be done after delivery. Since the use of any type of pharmaceutical product can lead to the development of unwanted side effects in the mother and fetus.
During this period, home therapy is prohibited.
Only in extreme cases, when the papilloma poses a real threat (development into a malignant tumor), can electrocoagulation, laser therapy or cryodestruction be used.
Activity after papilloma removal
If, after using this technique, the papilloma or wart is rejected,The following recommendations must be followed:
- When visiting a bath or shower, the area of the body where papillomas are present should not be subjected to mechanical stress (whip with a broom, rub with a washcloth).
- If the tumor has not been completely removed, do not try to remove it using scissors or other improvised means.
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
- Treat the wound with an antiseptic, make sure it is clean, use a sterile cotton-gauze bandage.
It is important to remember that papillomas are only the result of human papillomavirus infection. They are the symptoms, and therefore there is a high possibility that they will reappear.