papillomas on the body

Papillomas on the body are benign formations of an infectious nature. Predominantly 16 and 18 strains tend to degenerate into malignant forms (more than 100 species are known in total). Wart and papilloma are synonymous terms.

Characteristics of the disease:

1. It occurs in people of all ages, mainly women (the number of cases detected is 1. 5 times higher than in men).
2. Infection occurs through contact household or sexual contact. It goes unnoticed for a long time because the virus does not have a strong effect on the immune system. In addition, once introduced into the genome, only the viral DNA remains, and not the virus itself (it is almost impossible to remove).
3. There are a number of vaccines designed to reduce infection and decrease susceptibility to the viral agent.
4. Immunity after infection is type-specific, non-crossing, non-stressed, low, which means the possibility of re-infection.

causes

The main reason for the appearance of papillomas in the body is the human papillomavirus (HPV, papillomavirus). It belongs to the DNA-containing viruses, which explains its ability to integrate into the human genome and change its structure. The virus enters the bloodstream through microdamage and settles on the basal layer of the epidermis. Division only takes place at the level of the germ layer, otherwise the virus is detectable, but no division takes place at these levels.

There are several clinical forms of the disease:

• manifest - primary infection with a virus in people with impaired immunity;
• subclinical - a form in which manifestations of this pathology appear periodically, followed by long-term relapses;
• latent - a form associated with the direct integration of the virus into the genome (carriage).

Predisposing factors in the development of neoplasms:

1. skin damage. The virus cannot enter the bloodstream without at least minimal trauma to the skin, which serves as a gateway for infection.
2. Reduced immunity. HPV is conditionally classified as a pathogenic virus, making it dangerous to humans when a normal cellular or humoral immune response is suppressed.
3. Failure to comply with the rules of hygiene when visiting public places. The virus is contagious and can be infected even at low concentrations in the environment.
4. Violations of normal nutrition, constant stress and lack of adequate rest lead to suppression of the immune system, the body becomes vulnerable to the action of the pathogen.
5. Frequent inflammatory and infectious diseases lead to the exhaustion of the immune system (especially important in frequently ill people).
6. Human papillomavirus can also be transmitted from mother to child at birth (vertical transmission).

Outer Manifestations

External manifestations of papillomas in the photo have the following features:

1. Multiple formations protruding above the surface of the skin. They can be in the shape of a classic wart (a flat lesion on a wide stalk) or have a thin stalk and hang over the skin like a rooster's comb.
2. The color rarely differs from the surrounding tissues. The exception is cases of germination of the formation in the superficial vascular network, in this case it acquires a reddish tint. A rapid color change signals a possible rebirth (differentiation with birthmarks is also carried out).
3. The contour is usually even and clear. Exceptions are formations that have degenerated into a tumor.
4. The surface is often smooth and somewhat shiny. In places in the area of the upper eyelids, neck, armpits, the surface is often uneven with pointed elevations like cauliflower.
5. The diameter ranges from small foci of a few millimeters to 1-2 cm. On the same part of the human body there can be formations of different calibers. If the papilloma grows too quickly, a doctor's consultation is required.

How to get rid of papillomas

Treatment of papillomas on the body is carried out according to a single scheme, regardless of the exact localization (for each specific type there is an optimal option or combination):

1. Destructive methods (physical and chemical).
2. Combined techniques (simultaneous action of local drugs and destructive treatment options).

Treatment of papillomas with cytotoxic and immunological preparations is permissible only under the condition of an overall process (papillomatosis, i. e. a very large number of papillomas on the body). In cases with single formations, such therapy is not carried out due to the large number of side effects and cross-reactions with drugs of these groups.

methods of destruction

The destructive treatment options are the same for all types of skin lesions caused by HPV. They are divided into physical and chemical.

Methods of physical destruction:

method	description
electrocoagulation	The formation is cut off from healthy skin in layers (a fairly deep defect can form, which heals for a long time). In the condition of a deep lesion, it is performed under local anesthesia with a solution of lidocaine (2%). A needle electrode is used for this.
cryo destruction	Usually liquid nitrogen, nitrous oxide or carbon dioxide is used. The exposure time is selected taking into account the location and extent of the lesion. Multiple sessions spaced 7-10 days apart are often required.
Laser destruction	Removal of new skin growth in layers with a concentrated light beam of a specific wave. On average, exposure can last anywhere from 5 seconds to 3 minutes, depending on the extent of the lesion. As a result, a scab appears at the site of the lesion. Dressings are then required until the wound has healed. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia.
Radiosurgical Destruction	The formation is destroyed by the action of an electromagnetic wave in the range of 100 kHz to 105 MHz. In this case, the tissues are heated and local necrosis occurs (suitable for removing small foci).

home remedies

At home, it is permissible to get rid of the growth using traditional medicine, but it should be borne in mind that their effectiveness is low. In addition, before starting such treatment, it is necessary to consult a specialist in order to distinguish papillomas from a number of other skin diseases with similar manifestations.

Means	recipe
celandine juice	Crush the stalk of the plant with the obtained fresh juice, wipe the affected area 3-5 times a day for 10 days.
potato juice	Grate raw potatoes into mush, then squeeze and wipe the formation with the resulting juice 2-3 times a day. The duration of treatment is 4-5 weeks.
onion juice	Finely chop 1 onion and press down a little until juice comes out. Apply the resulting slurry to the focus 2-3 times a day for 10-15 minutes. The treatment should be carried out for 3 weeks.
marigold	Crush several flowers in a mortar, apply the resulting mixture to the affected area and fix for 30 minutes. Repeat the process morning and evening for 21 days.