The cause of papilloma on the surface of the body in women in most cases is associated with infection of the body with the papillomatosis virus. There are also congenital formations that are spread along with genetic information from one of the parents.
What is a papilloma
Papilloma is a benign neoplasm of the female body, the cause of which is the pathogenic activity of viral microorganisms from the papillomavirus family. Translated from Latin it means "papillo - nipple" and "oma - a typical end for tumors of all kinds. "
Papillomas are formed from the host epithelial cells themselves. Externally, it looks like a connecting papilla with a flat, sharp, round or branched shape.
A special feature of benign neoplasms of this type is that it is able to develop on the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, internal organs with a hollow structure, in the nasal openings, nasal sinuses, on the vocal cords.
Initially, papilloma roots are formed from squamous epithelium with gradual growth over the general skin.
Tumor colors can range from fleshy to brown and pink. . . Localization of papillomas in the bladder, intestines, organs of the respiratory system can lead to the development of diseases and similar complications.
Types of papillomas on the body in women
Depending on the location of the warts, their appearance and the reasons for their formation, different types of papillomas are distinguished. The table below lists the types of benign neoplasms of this type, showing its characteristics.
| Types of papilloma | Characteristics of neoplasms |
|---|---|
| Genital warts | They can be located on any part of a woman's body. Externally, they look like long moles, which usually have a brown color. |
| Papilloma vulgaris | The classic form of human papillomatosis virus manifestation. Neoplasms are round in shape; attached to the main surface of the body on thin and short stalks. Flesh -colored like the rest of the dermis. |
| Genital warts | The localization of this type of neoplasm is the intimate zone in men and women. Infection occurs as a result of unprotected contact with an infected partner. The main locations of the tumor are around the anus, labia majora and minora in women, and the foreskin in men. In case of non -compliance with hygiene and sanitation standards, the possibility of household contamination. |
| Senile warts | Found in older women. They appear as a result of hormonal changes in the body, metabolic disorders, prolonged exposure to open sunlight. The main danger of papillomas of this type is the high risk of their degeneration into malignant neoplasms. |
| Plantar | This type of papilloma is localized exclusively in the lower leg area. Externally, they resemble small cauliflower heads with branched inflorescences. If a woman walks a lot, wears tight shoes, plantar warts can become inflamed, bleed and cause pain. |
Almost all of the above types of papillomas are formed as a result of infection in women with one or another genotype of human papillomavirus. The only exception is dementia warts, which can appear due to age-related changes in the body of the elderly.
Level and degree of papilloma on the body in women
Like other benign tumor formations, papillomas develop on a woman’s body in several stages.
In this case, the following stages of wart formation are distinguished:
- Level 1- uncontrolled division of the squamous cell epithelium and the formation of papilloma roots, which are asymptomatic and invisible;
- Level 2- the formation of wart heads, which rise 1-1, 5 mm above the general surface of the body, if located in the folds of the joints, in the area of the belt, in the neck or under the armpits, can cause feelings of discomfort, discomfort, skin irritation;
- Level 3- appear flat, round or full oval neoplasms, which have roots, legs, main body in the form of head and blood supply due to the smallest capillary channels connected to other epithelial tissues;
- Level 4- a variety of similar papilloma proliferation, formed as a result of cell division from existing neoplasms (extensive papillomatosis is dangerous with the probability of malignant degeneration of one wart).
The degree of skin disease is determined by a dermatologist during the examination of the patient. The method of treatment is selected based on the diagnostic results, the type of papilloma and its stage of development.
Symptoms of papilloma
Papillomas on the body (the cause in women that cause the appearance of neoplasms are associated with infection with viral microorganisms) are single or multiple benign tumors that are easily recognizable by external signs.
Symptoms of papillomatosis in women are expressed as follows:
- the appearance of a small tubercle rising above the general surface of the epithelium;
- an increase in wart roots, which are getting bigger every week;
- external neoplasms appear on the body, characterized by a round, branched or conical shape;
- the main places of localization of papillomas on the female body are the armpits, inner thighs, neck, skin surface under the mammary glands, groin area, perineum, genitals, buttocks, lower legs;
- if prolonged exposure to the surface of the wart, rubbing and pain may occur;
- papillomas can have a fleshy, yellowish, pink, brown color, which is the norm;
- attempts to remove the neoplasm on their own do not bring positive results, and the cut warts grow back.
The presence of symptoms such as a sudden change in the color of the wart to a darker color, the onset of acute inflammatory processes, discharge of pus or blood fluid, attacks of pain, are alarming signs that are not characteristic of papillomatosis. In this case, the degeneration of the benign formation into a cancerous tumor is not excluded.
Reasons for appearance
Papillomas on the body (the cause in women that provoke this disease may be related to the lifestyle of the patient) is a chronic dermatological pathology that appears under the influence of the following factors.
Papilloma factors on the body:
- living a sex life easily, having sexual intercourse with an infected partner without using barrier contraception;
- sharing towels, cosmetics, soaps and other hygiene products with people sick with papillomavirus;
- sharing indoor slippers and other types of footwear;
- visiting public showers, baths, swimming pools, steam rooms with open skin -touching surfaces where there are appropriate papillomavirus virions;
- hormonal imbalances in the body caused by diseases of the endocrine system;
- getting a viral infection to open wounds while shaving;
- infection of the child from a sick mother during the passage of the fetus through the birth canal.
In most cases, it is impossible to determine the exact cause of the appearance of warts on the body. The incubation period of papillomavirus after infection ranges from a few days to 3 years or more.
Diagnostics
To make an accurate diagnosis in the form of papillomatosis, a woman needs to undergo a thorough examination of the body and directly the area of skin where the benign neoplasm is localized.
Diagnosis of papilloma occurs in several stages, namely:
- visual examination by a dermatologist;
- venous blood donation for biochemical studies and determination of papillomavirus;
- examination of the deeper layers of the wart epithelium using a dermatoscope;
- capillary blood collection for clinical analysis;
- selection of papilloma particles for further histological examination to exclude the oncological nature of the tumor origin;
- morning urine delivery to determine biochemical composition and general indicators of women’s health.
Localization of the papilloma in the intimate area, on the genitals and around the anus may require additional examination by a gynecologist, as well as testing for the presence of a genital infection.
When to see a doctor
The main danger of warts of this type lies in aesthetic defects, as well as the risk of their degeneration into oncology.
It is best to seek the advice of a dermatologist as soon as the appearance of external neoplasms.
Early diagnosis and determination of the type of papilloma allows you to arrange effective treatment and eliminate the neoplasm with minimal risk of complications.
Prevention of papilloma on the body
Papillomas on the body (the cause of warts in women can be eliminated with effective preventive measures) are benign tumors that can be easily prevented by following the following rules.
For example:
- living an orderly intimate life, having only one sexual partner;
- wear your own shoes and don’t let others wear them;
- use barrier contraceptives;
- avoid visiting public baths, toilets, swimming pools, showers, or putting your feet in rubber slippers, do not touch open body parts to wall surfaces, door handles, tiles, sun loungers;
- use only your own cosmetics, towels, soap;
- at least once a year to undergo a preventive medical examination by a dermatologist;
- balanced diet, sleep at least 8 hours a day, adequate rest to ensure the normal functioning of the immune system.
All of the above recommendations do not guarantee 100% protection against infection with papillomatosis, but they do allow you to minimize the risk of disease and avoid contact with potential sources of infection.
Methods for treating papillomas on the body in women
Papillomatosis is a disease that cannot be completely cured. A woman infected with a virus that causes warts carried her for the rest of her life. Modern methods of treating this disease can only eliminate the pathological consequences in the form of benign neoplasms.
Medications
Traditional medicine does not completely eliminate papilloma, as this type of wart requires removal with chemical, thermal, electrocoagulation, laser or surgical treatment.
Traditional methods
Alternative medicine offers its own alternative methods of removing papilloma, regardless of its type and location on a woman’s body. Here are the traditional methods to get rid of warts.
Knitting with thread
Need to wait until the moon phase is at a reduced level. You need to take a piece of black thread, use it to tie the papilloma, tie a knot. This thread is brought to the garden and buried in the ground with the words: "When this thread rots, all my warts will disappear. " After 2-3 weeks, the papilloma will begin to soften and collapse without signs of pain or inflammation.
Special method
There are special drugs for warts and papillomas, but they do not provide the effectiveness of their action and guarantee recurrence. One of these tools, for example, a typical patch.
Such products usually contain natural ingredients that can fight the virus to a certain extent.
Dog saliva
To get rid of benign neoplasms using this method, you need to spread the warts with an even layer of sour cream. After that, the woman should go to the dog until she licks the lactic acid product with her tongue.
Thereafter, the papilloma was covered with a medical adhesive plaster. Saliva cannot be removed from the surface of the neoplasm. After 1 week, the patch can be removed. From now on, the warts will begin to crumble.
Moxibusi with celandine
During the growing season of this plant (from late May to mid -June), you should pluck celandine branches every day and burn the warts with poisonous yellow juice. The duration of therapy is 10 to 30 days. Precautions should be taken to prevent the juice from coming into contact with the mucous membranes of the mouth and eyes.
The effectiveness of the use of the above folk remedies to get rid of papillomas on the body has not been proven by official science. Women who use similar recipes can achieve the desired results and respond positively to this method of therapy.
Another method
The most effective method of treating a papilloma is to get rid of it completely.
For this, the following methods are used:
- chemical combustion- provide exposure to the surface of the wart with an aggressive solution based on acid, potassium or sodium alkali;
- electrocoagulation- papilloma is cut and auterated using a loop -shaped instrument, the metal end of which is under an electric current (treatment procedure is performed under local anesthesia);
- cryodestruction- benign neoplasms are burned using a solution of liquid nitrogen (under the influence of low temperatures, epithelial tissue freezes and then breaks down into several parts);
- laser freezing- papilloma resection is performed using positively charged laser particles, removal of the main body of the wart and healing of its root system is guaranteed;
- surgical removal- the traditional and most common method of treating dermatological diseases, which consists of removing warts with a scalpel and then using sutures.
All of the above methods for treating papillomatosis allow you to remove benign neoplasms with minimal risk of recurrent disease.
The average recovery period is 3 to 7 days. The safest methods are laser excision and electrocoagulation. The most painful and traumatic treatment is traditional surgery to remove the warts.
Possible complications
If there are not adequate response measures and treatment of papillomatosis on the body, over time, a woman may face the following complications.
Possible complications:
- the appearance of similar warts in other parts of the body, indicating increased viral activity;
- degeneration of warts into malignant cancerous tumors, which can lead to death;
- occurrence of similar neoplasms in the cavity of the bladder, intestines, larynx, trachea, which will cause disruption of their work, problems with urination, respiration, and digestive function;
- cervical cancer (scientific studies show that 80% of women suffering from this disease are infected with the human papillomavirus virus;
- increase in the size of warts, the creation of cosmetic and aesthetic defects;
- injury to the neoplasm and entry of a bacterial infection into the epithelial tissue.
To prevent the appearance of papillomas on the body in women, it is necessary to keep in mind the causes of their occurrence. This will preserve the health of the skin, preventing a decrease in the immune status of the pathogenic activity of the papillomavirus. The disease itself is not life -threatening, but its presence can provoke the development of severe complications.