Papillomas are benign growths. The main reason for the removal is their non-aesthetic appearance, location in the area of women's décolleté. Causes of formation are associated with a decrease in immunity, previously transferred viral diseases.
Varieties of papillomas
The human papilloma virus has more than 10 genotypes, but only a few of them are the most common.
Simple or vulgar warts
The type of formations that most often infect the human epidermis. The places of their localization are the scalp, neck, face, hands, body, skin.
The most effective methods for removing papillomas are medicines; operational (with a scalpel, cryo-, laser-, radio methods, electrocoagulation); combined (removal of papilloma followed by drug therapy to prevent recurrence).
Simple warts have a regular round or oval shape. They can rise above the surface of the epidermis by 5 millimeters or more.
Their diameter reaches 1 centimeter. The structure of the warts is smooth, homogeneous and has no internal seals. The disease is not accompanied by the manifestation of symptoms. In most situations, they are not dangerous.
The method of treating papillomas is chosen strictly individually in each case. It is necessary to consider the contraindications for a particular method of exposure.
For example, a patient may have an allergy from the cold and this may be a hindrance to cryotherapy.
Flat warts
Flat growths are also called youth growths. Children, as well as those who have reached puberty, are susceptible to the onset of pathology.
In old age, neoplasms are very rare. Experts link the formation of flat warts with hormonal changes. They are formed as a result of viral diseases of the past.
Growths occur in a single or multiple form. They do not rise above the surface of the skin. The color of the growths is light, close to the natural skin tone.
Locations: face, neck, back of arms and legs. Severe accompanying symptoms are absent. The disease does not require treatment.
Filiform warts
A distinctive feature of the formations is the presence of a thin base. For this reason, they are called pedunculated. These warts grow in length.
The dimensions of the individual formations reach 1 centimeter. The main problem with filamentous warts is their high trauma.
Having a thin foot makes them vulnerable. Warts are most often located on the neck, armpits, facial skin and décolleté.
Plantar warts
Another name for the pathology is spines. The formations are dense growths. When exposed to their base, painful sensations arise, reminiscent of a needle with a needle.
From the outside, they can be easily confused with corns or corns. The appearance of a wart is often accompanied by an increase in the disease.
Genital warts
The human virus papyrus is sexually transmitted. In case of infection, warts form in the intimate area - warts in the genital area.
The place of their localization are the reproductive organs and the anal area. The disease manifests itself in the form of small body papules.
Papillomas themselves are not dangerous. Their formation is not accompanied by unpleasant symptoms, but thin skin is prone to damage. Injury of the formations leads to the addition of a secondary infection.
In addition to the species listed, there are flat warts and internal formations. Despite the absence of accompanying symptoms, the presence of formations requires referral to a specialist and regular monitoring.
Reasons for removing formations
The reasons where papillomas come from are not fully understood. Most often they affect the face, neck, décolleté. Experts recommend removing papillomas even when they do not cause serious concern.
Reasons for mandatory surgery include:
- High riskINJURYpapilloma;
- assetHightor the development of new formations, their spread on the skin;
- recurpapilloma formation after drug treatment.
It is also recommended to remove papillomas when they are located in open areas of the body. The fact that the growth is itchy or itchy is a cause for concern.
Effective removal methods
Modern medicine offers patients different ways to deal with papillomas:
- medicinaltherapy;
- operationalintervention;
- combinedtreatment;
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The choice of a therapeutic scheme is performed by a physician depending on the size and location of the formations.
Drug therapy
For small formations and their localization in non-traumatic locations, the use of drug therapy is recommended.
Conservative treatment is very effective for fresh warts and their localization in areas with thin and sensitive skin. Medications do not always allow the formation to be completely removed.
Medications are used alone or in combination. Most often, a specialist prescribes topical medications in conjunction with antiviral therapy.
Surgical intervention
With the localization of papillomas in open areas of the skin, the appearance of unpleasant symptoms or increased risk of injury, surgery allows you to get rid of them:
- Surgicalremoval. The easiest and most affordable way to remove construction. At present, it is rarely used in medicine. Accompanied by a high risk of scar formation.
- Electrocoagulation.The method is to remove the accumulation from the action of an electric current. A high frequency current is sent to the affected area, which leads to cauterization of the treated area. The procedure is quick and painless.
- LASERcoagulation. A distinctive feature of the method is the use of a laser beam to remove the clump. The method is non-traumatic. Characterized by fast healing time. Thanks to the effect of the laser and the immediate sealing of the vessels of the treated area, the risk of bleeding during the procedure is minimal.
- Cryotherapy.The method is based on exposure to ultra low temperatures. The formation is frozen with liquid nitrogen. The main disadvantage of the method is the inability to accurately control the depth of the treated area. As a result, healthy adjacent tissues are affected.
- Radiosurgery.Papilloma removal is performed by radio waves. A special device acts on the formation and removes the affected tissue. The method is actively used in modern medicine and is considered very effective and painless.
The method of surgical intervention is determined depending on the size of the formations, their location and number.
Combined treatment
Most often, experts recommend the use of a combined treatment. It consists in the rapid removal of existing formations and subsequent drug therapy. The combined regimen is intended to prevent the risk of later development of papillomas on the patient's skin.
Care after removal
To speed up the wound healing process after papilloma removal, some recommendations should be followed.
After surgery, it is forbidden to expose the wound surface to injury. Also, you can not glue it with plaster. Lack of fresh air slows down tissue regeneration. The only thing is that when you go outside, the wound can be closed with a bactericidal adhesive plaster.
Also, after manipulation, the skin should be restricted from prolonged exposure to sunlight.
During the day, you can not wet the wound, as well as put makeup on it.
In addition, for at least 3 weeks you will have to refuse to visit the solarium, bath, pool.
For the treatment of the site, experts advise the use of antiseptics.