Papilloma is primarily a benign neoplasm. Its morphological composition may not change throughout a person's life, but sometimes it can degenerate into a malignant tumor.
The appearance of papilloma growths is promoted by a virus. According to the latest data, it is found in the body of 90% of the total population. This does not always lead to the development of papillomatosis. Basically, it wakes up when the functions of the body's immune system weaken.
Reasons for the development of papillomavirus
Infection with the papilloma virus occurs through direct contact between a healthy and a sick person. Basically this is what happens:
- Due to occasional sexual contacts where no protective contraception (condom) was used.
- Infection can occur by visiting public places (baths, solariums, swimming pools, saunas).
- If there are wounds on the skin of the hands (even small ones), the risk of infection increases when shaking hands with a sick person.
- Failure to comply with basic standards of general and intimate hygiene associated with the individual use of towels, scissors and combs.
- A newborn can become infected at birth by passing through the mother's birth canal.
Types of papillomas
A papilloma growth appears as a small neoplasm that protrudes slightly above the surface of the skin. Its diameter can reach 10 mm. The places where papillomas appear are the armpits, neck and chest area, perineum and intimate organs.
Papilloma growths can manifest themselves as:
Common wart.The most common manifestation of the papilloma virus. It usually has a diameter of no more than 5 mm and a rounded shape. The color practically does not differ from the body pigment. Sometimes it can be slightly brownish and have a rough surface.
Most commonly found:
- On hands.
- Head, may be hidden under hair.
- Skin folds.
- In the groin area.
- On the neck.
acrochord.Or hanging papilloma. This variety differs from others in that it is attached to the body with a thin stem, and its growth occurs not in width, but in length. This causes some discomfort to a person. Because as it grows, it can easily be damaged if caught in clothing.
This type of growth is also characterized by multiple growth. They are localized in several parts, mainly on the delicate skin of the neck, eyes and perineum.
Teenage papillomas.This type of papillomas can be considered the safest growth. They practically do not differ in color from the skin and are not noticeable. And usually disappear after puberty.
Condylomas.There are two types: flat and pointed. If they occur, the patient should be careful. And take their appearance seriously. They tend to develop into malignant neoplasms. You can become infected with this type of condyloma through sexual contact.
They are often found on the mucous membranes of the external and internal genital organs or around the rectal sphincter. Their occurrence is often observed in the oral cavity.
Another danger of these papilloma growths is their tendency to cause increased trauma. After that, they become entry points for infections.
When can papillomas be removed at home?
There are mainly two reasons for papilloma removal:
- Medical.It is based on the ability of this type of neoplasm to transform into a malignant state. To prevent this, they resort to surgical treatment methods. Removal with a scalpel is less common with a laser or cryodestruction.
- Cosmetics.This reason leads to aesthetic problems, especially in women.
In any case, the decision to remove the papilloma growth must be coordinated with a dermatologist. And if he prescribes removal, it is best done on an outpatient basis or in the hospital.
Since independent removal of this pathological growth can lead to:
- Causes unwanted burns to surrounding tissue.
- Development of bleeding.
- Scarring changes in the skin.
- If hygiene is inadequate, there is a high risk of wound infection.
- If the manipulation was performed poorly, a relapse may occur.
There are also restrictions according to which removal of papillomas and warts at home is considered impossible.
Papillomatous growths should not be touched or removed:
- When it quickly hypertrophies and changes color to darker tones.
- If it is localized in the mouth or throat and in the eye or eyelid area.
- If the papilloma is damaged and bleeds or changes shape, removal at home may cause complications.
Under no circumstances should you use scissors, a razor or a knife to remove papillomas. Aside from being sources of infection, these items also lead to the opposite effect. The papilloma grows again, tends to progress rapidly and is multiple in nature.
When removing papillomas at home, it is recommended to use medications that can be purchased in pharmacies. Or resort to traditional medicine that the doctor allows you.
You should not bandage the papilloma leg with threads or cover the growth body with tape or tape. Because after using such recipes, an unaesthetic scar remains and there is a possibility of infection.
If the papilloma is localized in the intimate area, the procedure to eliminate it should be carried out only by a doctor and only in the hospital.
Removal of papillomas
To carry out high-quality removal of papilloma growths and warts at home, you can use drugs sold in pharmacies. An alternative to this method is to use folk recipes.
Use of drugs based on alkaline compounds.Before carrying out such a procedure, the skin around the papilloma or wart must be treated. This can be done with a fatty cream that has a regenerating effect.
A small drop of the drug is then applied to the center of the papilloma. This manipulation can be repeated if the papilloma does not disappear after three days.
Positive dynamics can be achieved in the treatment of papillomasusing cryodestruction. To do this, it is not necessary to visit expensive clinics, it is enough to purchase medications with a freezing effect.
After these medications are applied to the surface of the growth, it freezes. This leads to a disruption in the blood supply to the papilloma, causing it to die and disappear.
Poison-based cauterizing drugs.They are very effective against hanging papillomas. They deliver good results; After their use, recurrence of pathological growth is only very rarely observed. For this purpose, drugs containing phenol are used. It is a strong poison. In order not to damage the adjacent skin, the drug is used cyclically. After the first application of the drug, at least 15 minutes must pass, after which the next layer is applied.
The most important thing when using these drugs is to determine the exact dosage (determine how many layers need to be applied). Only a doctor should make such a decision.
Solutions of organic origin.This group of pharmacological drugs includes:
- a preparation based on salicylic and lactic acid.
- Podophyllotoxin based product.
When using an acidic medicine, a single application of a drop of the medicine is sufficient. However, if repeated application is necessary, this manipulation can be repeated no earlier than two days later.
The use of a drug containing podophyllotoxin sometimes presents some difficulties, since it must be used twice a day according to a clear schedule of use every 12 hours. The therapy lasts three days.
Papilloma plasters.
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. When the patch is removed, papilloma growth is repelled. Sometimes it is not possible to remove the papilloma the first time, then the procedure has to be repeated again.Healing pen.The main ingredient of this medication is silver nitrate. It has good bactericidal and cauterizing effects. After the pen is moistened with water, the trunk and surface of the papilloma are treated with it. 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 grassIt is popularly called the warthog. With its help, you can remove papillomas and warts on the human body, except for the impossibility of using it on the face and intimate organs.
Before use, the celandine herb is chopped in a meat grinder along with the rhizome. The resulting substance is wrapped in gauze and wrung out. The juice is poured into a glass container and an equal amount of 40 percent alcohol or vodka is added. The liquid must ferment and only then is it ready for use.
The resulting tincture is applied to papillomas or warts for 3 weeks; more than 6 growths cannot be treated at the same time.
It is very important to collect celandine during its rapid flowering period, that is, in May and June. During this period there is the highest concentration of active ingredients in its composition.
laundry soap.To get rid of papillomas and warts, laundry soap marked 65% is best. The treatment procedure is carried out before bedtime. To do this, apply a laundry soap paste diluted with water to the wart area. In the morning, dried laundry soap is removed with 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.
Use garlic.
Garlic has a strong bactericidal 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 and mix with olive oil or liquid honey. Mix thoroughly and apply to the papilloma area for 15 minutes. The remaining mixture is washed off under running water. The 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 growths are localized on the face, oral mucosa or genitals. Due to the fact that acetic acid can cause irritation and burns to surrounding tissues.
To prepare the medicinal composition, you need to pour vinegar over a medium-sized onion and leave for 3 hours. Then cut the onion in half and attach it with a bandage to the body in the place where the papilloma is located. This procedure is carried out before bedtime and in the morning the bandage is removed and washed with cold water.
Freshly squeezed potato juice.
This method of treatment can be used in the treatment of papillomas located on the genitals, perineum and rectum. To do this, you can grate the potato fruits 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.Buckeye.
A good effect can be achieved if you use it as an additive when 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 bath.This process can be done every day for a week.
Kalanchoe.
The leaves of this plant should be used before going to bed. To do this, fix them with a bandage or adhesive plaster in the area of the papilloma. To enhance the effect, the affected surface can be wrapped with cellophane.Banana peel.It can be used by rubbing into the surface of the papilloma. Pre-cauterize it with an alcoholic iodine solution.
proteinmust be applied to the surface of the papilloma, after drying the procedure is repeated again.
walnut(young fruits), passed through a meat grinder or blender, halved with kerosene. After that it calms down for 20 days. To treat papillomas, it is applied daily to their surface. Cannot be used for more than 3 weeks.
Papillomas and pregnancy
Most scientific studies conclude that the HPV virus poses no danger to the expectant mother and her baby.
Removal of papillomas is best done after childbirth. Since the use of any type of medicine can lead to the development of unwanted side effects in both the mother and the fetus.
Home therapy is prohibited during this time.
Only in extreme cases, when papillomas pose a real threat (development into a malignant tumor), electrocoagulation, laser therapy or cryodestruction can be used.
Activities after removal of papillomas
If a papilloma or wart is rejected after using these techniques,The following recommendations must be followed:
- When showering or bathing, areas of the body where papillomas were located should not be subjected to mechanical stress (whip with a broom, rub with a washcloth).
- If the growth has not been completely removed, do not try to remove it with scissors or other improvised means.
- Avoid direct sunlight.
- Treat the wound with antiseptics, keep it clean, and use sterile cotton-gauze dressings.
It is important to remember that papillomas are only a consequence of infection with the human papilloma virus. They are symptoms of it and therefore there is a high chance of them recurring.
To prevent this, it is necessary to resort to drug treatment for this pathology.