Warts are no longer something mysterious and incomprehensible for a long time. Now it has become commonplace, everyone knows about them and everyone also knows that they can be treated. But this statement is too general, as there are many types. The cause of the incident may also be different. Next, we will focus on warts that occur on the penis.
Such warts are also often called genital warts and genital warts. They usually occur on the head of the penis and on the foreskin. During sexual intercourse with a person infected with the papilloma virus, warts appear on the head of the penis as a result of the infection.
In general, warts are not a serious medical problem, they are considered curable. But it is only possible if you see a doctor on time and follow all his advice. If the diagnosis is not made in a timely manner and treatment is not initiated, warts can spread further throughout the body, affect internal organs, and in the worst case, lead to the appearance and development of malignant tumors.
Therefore, never you, first, underestimate the severity of warts, and secondly, treat yourself. Remember that only a specialist can diagnose and choose a method to cure it properly. Such warts can also be pathogenic and harmless. Who can tell the difference if not a doctor?
By all accounts, warts on the penis are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). It is spread more frequently through unprotected sexual intercourse. But there are also cases of household infections. This virus, like others (e. g. , the herpes virus) remains in the blood throughout a person’s life and can manifest itself in case of a sharp decline in immunity. Doctors consider genital warts to be the most dangerous they know, because they increase the risk of tumors. In this case, these warts are removed.
If it is found that such warts in men appear due to infection during sexual intercourse, a thorough examination should be done, including the presence of HIV infection in the blood. If the latter is still found, it is important to contact the clinic to implement treatment measures. The sexual partner should also be aware that he or she may be a carrier of this type of virus.
Externally, genital warts can be different. The size ranges from a few millimeters to a few centimeters. The shape and form also vary. They can be flat, epithelium inside, or pointed. As is right, they are not separate, that is, when there is only one wart is rare. More often arises and is located on the penis as a whole. The presence of warts on the penis may be accompanied by itching, burning, redness.
Many doctors tend to think that whatever the wart is, it is better to remove it, even if it is harmless. But, of course, it is impossible to make a decision without a doctor's conclusion, based on a number of tests and personal examinations. But it is best to prevent warts.
For this, there is prevention. First, you need to keep the genitals clean, and avoid unintentional sexual intercourse. Second, if any inflammatory process is observed, the process must be eliminated in a timely manner, to avoid deterioration. Third, if the virus is found in a permanent sexual partner, it is necessary to undergo treatment, examination and, if necessary, treatment.
Treatment of warts on the penis
As mentioned above, treatment is prescribed exclusively by the doctor based on each individual case. Also, it was mentioned above that it is impossible to get rid of the human papillomavirus virus. The warts are removed, the patient recovers, but the virus is still in the blood. This also cannot be communicated to other couples in the process of intimate relationships. Symptoms can also reappear in the event of a decrease in immunity. All methods used today relieve symptoms in the same way and reduce the risk of relapse to the same degree.
The appointment of a doctor directly depends on the type of wart. For example, if he understands that warts are practically harmless, their removal is usually prescribed (more to restore an aesthetically healthy appearance), and if a more serious type is found, then the method is completely different. Consider the most dangerous type of treatment - genital warts. Treatment is performed using different procedures.
The most common method used to get rid of warts is cryogenic removal with liquid nitrogen. It creates low temperature conditions that affect warts. The main advantage of this method is that no pain relievers are required, as well as the fact that scars rarely remain afterwards.
It is recommended to start the treatment of genital warts with laser therapy. It is produced using lasers, they get rid of warts. In this case, you need anesthesia and the scar may remain. Immediately at the time of removal, the virus suspension is vomited into the air, therefore, health workers performing this procedure must wear a mask. The room itself (office) must have a well -functioning lid, and must be disinfected periodically.
The method of electrocoagulation is similar. It consists of effects on warts with high temperatures. Along with it, tools are also needed so that patients do not feel pain. Scars and scars may also remain. Health workers must also be protected and must create such conditions in the office so that other patients, doctors and nurses themselves cannot be infected.
Of these medicinal products, the most frequently prescribed medicine is with plant extracts from the genus Podophyllum. It is usually prescribed for use with a specially designed applicator 2 times a day, every 12 hours. You need to use the product for three days in a row, then a pause is made at 4-7 hours. After that there are 3 more days of treatment. These stages are repeated gradually until loss of warts is observed. But, at the same time, doctors do not recommend using this drug for more than 5 months.
Relapse after treatment was 30%. A number of doctors prescribe immune drugs to patients to prevent it, but its effectiveness in this case has not been proven.
There are many remedies and methods. In any case, it is important to use it exclusively for a doctor's prescription, otherwise you can worsen your condition. If he gives the drug, you should read the instructions, contraindications carefully and monitor the amount of his intake and follow all the rules clearly.
Modern medicine has not stopped, so today drugs and vaccines are being developed that allow many people to get rid of HPV infection. But this development is only in the early stages. But, it is very possible to hope that in 10 years the human papillomavirus problem will be completely solved.