The male genital organs can be exposed to trauma, infections, inflammation and internal pathologies.Every year urologists find remedies and medicines, as well as ways to combat all these problems.Men themselves should pay attention to genital hygiene and notice any deviations in the appearance and function of the penis.Sometimes there are obvious signs of infection in the form of epidermal seals of different colors.Papillomas on the penis signal the need to visit a urologist and prevent the occurrence of complications leading to cancer in the genital organ.How to diagnose the virus, what symptoms should be monitored and, most importantly, how to get rid of papillomas on the penis - you will find out all this in our article.
Types and routes of infection
The papilloma virus on the penis occurs as a result of infection through sexual intercourse or through contact and household contact (use of personal hygiene products together with a carrier of infection).WHO has created a classification by which you can find out that the papilloma virus is represented by 5 genera and 27 types of infection.Such a grandiose scale is uncomfortably impressive.The papilloma looks like a leathery mushroom on a stalk through which it is attached to the genital organ.In the photo you can see what such a wart looks like.This infection can affect:
- Urethra;
- the head of the penis.
They appear on the penis and are harbingers of cancerous melanomas.Therefore, if a papilloma is discovered, it is necessary to immediately contact a urologist for treatment and it is advisable to stop the infectious process in a very short time.How do warts on the genitals develop?This is facilitated by micro-tears and injuries that are not protected during sexual intercourse.However, you should not think that a condom will save you in every case, since the virus is transmitted through kissing and oral-genital sex.A man or a woman may simply be a carrier of the virus and not even suspect it, since they never observe any manifestations or skin bumps.
Visiting saunas, baths, swimming pools and public steam rooms also becomes a rather extreme activity if you do not protect your genitals from superficial damage.Papillomas on the glans indicate that the infection has reached a severe stage and there is a risk that the nodes will turn into melanomas, as already mentioned.
Main symptoms
The incubation period for the development of an infection is individual.According to urologists, on average it takes between a month and a year to notice a hardening on the penis.Usually papillomas appear:
- in the area of the glans;
- bridle;
- urethra and opening for urination;
- on the foreskin.
If after a while the man does not react quickly, the neoplasms begin to increase in size and the boundaries between them begin to disappear.The entire sexual organ is affected.We figured out what papillomas on the penis look like, but what symptoms accompany the infection, apart from obvious growths on the penis?
- Pain, both at rest and during sexual intercourse.In advanced cases, even touching underwear is uncomfortable, especially if it is synthetic and tight.
- Problems with urination, especially if the papillomas have spread directly to the glans.
- Burning and itching associated with penetration during sexual intercourse.
The papilloma itself can provoke the spread of inflammation to any tissue and mucous membrane of the penis.Firstly, the growth itself changes color (initially it is close to the natural color of the skin, but when it becomes inflamed, it begins to turn red, that is, it stands out from the general background).Secondly, the temperature rises during the inflammatory process.Thirdly, the affected areas hurt constantly, when at rest or when the penis is irritated.Do not forget that the risk of developing a malignant neoplasm increases.
- Due to papillomas, phimosis (non-opening of the head of the penis) occurs.
- Without proper examination (if treatment of papillomas on the genital organ is not started due to neglect of one's own health), the disease progresses to an advanced stage.
- Smegma begins to accumulate at the edge of the foreskin.
- Subsequently, an interaction occurs between the secretions and this smegma, which leads to chronic inflammation of the skin and the penetration of a bacterial infection into the genital organ.
- Erosion occurs.
- A cancerous growth then occurs on the penis.
Your doctor will tell you how to treat infectious warts.Today there are several methods.Of course, the papillomas need to be removed, but first you need to carry out a high-quality diagnosis and check the condition of the growths.
Diagnosis and removal of papillomas on the penis
The papilloma virus can be diagnosed through a visual examination of the genital organ, as well as using laboratory tests.Essentially, in order for surgery to be prescribed, it is necessary to identify:
- These growths block the urethra.
- They cause significant discomfort not only during sexual intercourse, but also when rubbing the affected areas and underwear.
- That the neoplasms themselves did not respond to treatment with new generation antiviral drugs.
- That the papillomas on the glans are inflamed.
Papillomas on the genitals can be treated using the following techniques:
Drug effects
The complex includes drugs that support and strengthen the immune system, tablets and ointments that prevent the spread of the virus on the skin surface of the genital organs, as well as vitamin preparations (only in conjunction with antiviral gels and creams).
Contact with a special chemical
The medication is applied to the affected areas using a special applicator.It is necessary to avoid contact of the substances with healthy areas of the penis.The substances are toxic to the cells affected by the disease, but there is also a small side effect: scars remain in the place where the papillomas are burned out.About 7-8 procedures may be required for complete healing;The required number of manipulations is determined by the doctor.
Cryodestruction
This method is used when not only the penis but also the testicles and scrotum are affected.They act on neoplasms with liquid nitrogen, do not leave scars and require fewer sessions than when using podophyllotoxin.
Laser treatment of seals
The procedure must be carried out by a highly qualified specialist.The laser that removes growths damages skin that is not affected by infection.It is possible to remove the sealants in the first procedure, but it must be expected that wounds and scars will remain.
Of course, sexual intercourse is prohibited during treatment so as not to introduce further infection.The cuts also need to heal, and only a doctor who monitors the progression of the disease and healing can allow you to begin sexual activity.
Prevention of reinfection
We told you how to get rid of papillomas on the penis.It remains to add some general preventive recommendations:
- Doctors advise caution when engaging in casual sexual intercourse.A regular condom can save you from pain and treatments later.Do not forget that the carrier of the papilloma virus may not be aware of its existence in his body and may never observe the development of growths on his genitals.
- Avoid wearing tight underwear.
- Do not use other people's towels, underwear or personal care products.Even a razor can become a source of disease, entering the body through a microcut.
Strengthen your immune system!