Symptoms and treatment of genital papillomas

What are genital papillomas

Pointed papillomas are viral neoplasms that can appear in both men and women. They are overgrown epithelial tissue. In appearance, the rash resembles a cockscomb, which is flesh-colored or pink. Sometimes papillomas look like light red papillae that rise slightly above the surface of the skin.

The acuminate papilloma, which can be seen in photos in medical reference books, has a stalk. It itself is divided into several lobes. Sometimes condylomas reach large sizes and form under the guise of a grape brush.

Pointed papillomas can grow greatly

Causes

The human papillomavirus, which leads to the formation of a pointed tumor, is transmitted from the carrier of the infection to a healthy person during sexual intercourse, through household contact, and at birth from mother to child. After entering the body, the disease remains dormant for a long time. Unfavorable factors contribute to its awakening:

• Alcohol addiction;
• Smoking;
• Drug addiction;
• Failure to comply with personal hygiene rules;
• Weakened immune system.

Men and women who lead a healthy lifestyle are least at risk of spreading genital papillomas throughout the body.

The human papillomavirus causes the appearance of genital papillomas.

Preventing the appearance of thorns on the soles

It is better to prevent any trouble than to deal with it and its consequences later. And the subject of this topic is no exception. To keep your body healthy and your skin clean and smooth, you need to follow simple rules.

• Be sure to check your body for the presence of the HPV virus. And if it is present in the body, take measures to get rid of it.
• Choose loose and comfortable shoes.
• Avoid walking barefoot in public areas - swimming pools, saunas, showers.
• Lead a healthy lifestyle, strengthen your immune system.
• Maintain hygiene, change socks every day
• If you receive a foot injury, even a small one, it is necessary to carry out treatment.

Papillomas on the foot (plantar warts) are neoplasms on the human body, the appearance of which is caused by the activity of the papilloma virus. The growths in this case are located on the sole and toes. The disease is quite common, but it is difficult to treat, and the recovery process can be delayed.

How to recognize

Pointed papillomas, which occur in men and women, are difficult to miss. Such neoplasms are the first sign of activation of the papillomavirus. They can be recognized by their characteristic symptoms:

• The appearance of a growth that grows;
• Pain at the site of the lesion;
• Irritation of skin or mucous membrane;
• Itching;
• Peeling;
• Burning sensation during contact with the papilloma.

Patients complain of severe discomfort that occurs when walking. It is caused by pointed rashes in the intimate area. It is possible that blood stains may appear on underwear due to accidental injury to the wart.

It is very dangerous to disrupt the integrity of genital papilloma on the tongue, face or genital area. This can cause infection and degeneration of benign structures into a malignant tumor. The development of a pathological process in women will be indicated by vaginal bleeding and greenish or milky discharge from the vagina. In men, they can also appear from the urethra.

Methods for diagnosing papillomas on the feet

If you are still unable to independently distinguish calluses, heel spurs and corns from papillomas formed on the soles of your feet, or you are simply concerned about a growth on the sole of your foot, seek help from a qualified medical professional. In your situation, a dermatologist will come to the rescue.

To make an accurate diagnosis, you will have to perform dermatoscopy - a procedure that can be used to examine microscopic areas of the skin, identify the etiology of the formation that has arisen, and also assess whether it poses a threat to the patient’s life. With the help of dermatoscopy, it is easy to detect even melanoma at the earliest stages, which allows timely treatment to begin.

In addition, to identify papilloma on the foot, the patient must undergo additional laboratory tests , which will determine the patient’s immune status; it may be necessary to contact an immunologist.

The attending physician may also prescribe a diagnosis using the Polymer Chain Reaction . To do this, it is necessary to examine the patient’s urine and blood using a special reagent. PCR analysis allows you to accurately determine the specific strain of papillomavirus that parasitizes the foot.

Types of genital papillomas, their features

Relating to genital papillomas in women and men, they are divided into several types. There are such condylomas:

• Anogenital. They are distinguished by a light color, close to flesh-colored. They occur on the genitals;
• Keratototic. They resemble cauliflower in appearance. Most often localized on the penis, labia and scrotum;
• Papular. Recognized by their dark red color and smooth surface;
• Endophytic. Affects the mucous membrane of the vagina and uterus. Can lead to serious health problems such as cancer, dysplasia and carcinoma;
• Giant condyloma. Occurs during pregnancy. It also appears on the body of people with weakened immune systems;
• Endourethral. Develop in men and are localized in the area of ​​the urethra;
• Exophytic. External papillomas that resemble anogenital ones;
• Epidermodysplasia verruciformis. Characterized by multiple flat rashes of red or pink color.

At the first suspicion of activation of the papillomavirus, you should immediately contact a specialist to stop its spread at the initial stage.

The appearance of condylomas may vary, but it is impossible not to notice them

External differences

Now it’s time to find out what, in fact, is the difference between papilloma and condyloma. Both of them have several varieties. Among condylomas, two forms are common:

• Wide – fixed on the surface of the skin thanks to a wide base. These growths appear due to the re-development of syphilis. And they pose a threat due to the fact that in the area of ​​their localization the layer of epithelium changes, which leads to malignant formations.
• Pointed - such neoplasms are attached to a stalk, often appear on the mucous membrane of the genital organs, mouth, throat and armpits. At first, these growths look more like just a cosmetic defect on the skin, but over time they begin to bleed and an inflammatory reaction occurs.

Papillomas also have several forms:

• Keratopapillomas. They are popularly known as simple warts. Initially, they look like pigment spots on the skin, but quite quickly grow to the size of the growth itself, with a diameter of 10 to 15 mm.
• Thread-like growths. They are also called true papillomas and initially appear as a yellow spot. Over time, it begins to stretch out and acquire a rounded shape. A thin stem is used for attachment, and such growths are most often localized on the neck, back, and face.
• Flat papillomas. These are round growths no more than 2 mm high. Their shape is mostly round, but can also be irregular. Their main habitat is the face.

Knowing how condylomas differ from their opponents is necessary in order to determine further actions.

Of course, many doctors recommend getting rid of any type of growths on the human body, due to the risk of developing oncological processes. At the same time, some of these growths can remain with a person all his life and not cause him any concern.

Localization

Condyloma can be found anywhere. The most problematic are genital rashes on the labia or penis, as they limit the patients’ options. The location of the tumor directly depends on the nature of the penetration of the viral infection.

In women, genital papillomas often form on the labia. Since the disease is transmitted during intimacy, it is advisable to come to the doctor’s examination together with your partner, so that the doctor can immediately communicate important information to all persons who may have been exposed to infection. In women, like men, such papillomas are often localized on the face. Then they become noticeable to others, which brings psychological discomfort to the person.

Papillomavirus, which causes ridged growths, affects the scrotum, penis and anus in men. At an advanced stage, the disease develops in the rectum.

Treatment of papillomas on the foot with medications

The photo shows medications for the treatment of papillomas on the foot

If the disease is not too advanced, then treatment of papillomas that have formed on the foot should begin with drug therapy. In many cases it turns out to be quite effective and can give good results.

First of all, the doctor prescribes drugs that stimulate the immune system and also prescribes antiviral drugs. The most effective drugs for getting rid of plantar warts are:

• Viferon . Activates the immune system and protects the body from hidden infections. It is used before and after surgical removal of growths. The price of Viferon for papillomas on the feet is from 300 rubles. If desired, you can resort to its analogues: Kipferon, Reaferon-EC, Altevir.
• Oxolinic ointment . It affects epithelial cells at the site of virus reproduction, preventing it from spreading further. To get rid of papilloma on the foot, you should use only a three percent ointment, because with a weaker concentration of active substances, the drug is not able to cope with HPV. The medicine is applied to the affected area three times a day for 14 days to 2 months. If after this time the therapy has not produced results, it is necessary to resort to more radical measures. The price of oxolinic ointment is from 50 rubles. It is possible to use such substitutes as Vartek, Alpizarin, Amiksin.
• Aldara . Stimulates the body to produce interferon and also blocks the development of tumors. The medicine should be applied to the papilloma on the foot before bed and not washed off for at least 8 hours. The price of the drug is from 4500 rubles. Imiquimod, Keravort can replace the medicine.
• Panavir . A herbal preparation that can suppress viral activity, as well as block the formation of infection proteins, preventing it from spreading to healthy areas of the skin. It has several forms of release: spray (from 317 rubles), rectal suppositories (from 1500 rubles), gel (from 150 rubles), injection solution (from 1500 rubles). Analogues of the drug are Acyclovir, Fenistil, Vivorask.

alkalis and acid solutions can be used to treat papillomas on the foot

, such as Wartner, Supercleaner, as well as iodine solution, Lapis pencil and Verrukatsid for papillomas. These remedies actively fight the external manifestations of papillomavirus, relieving the patient of tumors on the legs, but are not effective against the infection itself; it continues to live in the body.

Treatment

If a person suspects that he has papillomavirus, which is revealed by its characteristic symptoms, as well as a pointed tumor, then he should immediately begin adequate treatment. Home methods are not suitable in this case, as they can aggravate the patient’s situation.

Medication

Acute papillomas can be cured with the help of pharmaceutical drugs. Your doctor will tell you in detail how to take them. Many patients prefer drug therapy, as it helps to get rid of rashes painlessly, without leaving any marks on the skin. For the product to work, you must strictly follow the instructions for its use.

For genital papillomas, the following medications can help, which should be used only after a doctor’s permission:

• "Podophyllotoxin". Its active components stop the division processes of pathogenic cells that have been affected by a viral infection. This leads to their death. The medicine is made on the basis of coniferous plants. It must be used locally. The drug shows the best results in the fight against genital warts. It can also be used for other types of papillomas;
• "Salipod". This is a medicinal patch that must be applied directly to the condyloma. You must first steam the rash in order to improve the penetration of healing substances into the structure of the neoplasm;
• "Dermavit". Thanks to it, papillomas and warts quickly die and simply fall off. It is suitable for treating tumors in different places. It is not recommended to use it for application to the mammary glands and delicate skin of the armpits;
• "Kondilin." A safe medicine that is approved for use even by breastfeeding women. It is intended for the treatment of condylomas located in the genital area;
• "Bleomycin." This is a drug that belongs to the group of antibiotics. They resort to his help if more gentle methods of treatment do not give any result. Also, the drug is often used when papilloma degenerates into a malignant tumor.

Dermatologists and other highly specialized specialists strongly recommend that patients avoid treating genital papillomas on tender areas and mucous membranes with aggressive formulations for external use.

It is imperative to use only those medications that are made for such sensitive areas. Otherwise, the likelihood of complications of the disease and damage to the skin increases.

Removal

On the labia, penis and other areas, it is recommended to remove papillomas using radical methods. Medicines do not always help to completely remove viral rashes on the penis and other areas of the intimate area. Surgical methods cope with this task more effectively. Laser therapy and radio wave excision work best in this case. These procedures are performed very carefully, so there is minimal chance of accidental injury to healthy tissue. In addition, patients who agreed to such operations were satisfied with the results achieved.

The most preferred method of removal is laser

Removal of genital papillomas is carried out using the following methods:

• Diathermocoagulation;
• Cryotherapy;
• Laser therapy;
• Radio wave therapy.

The doctor will offer the patient a choice of several acceptable methods for removing pointed growths, among which he will choose the most preferable for himself.

Traditional methods

In the presence of genital warts, many try treatment with folk remedies. After receiving the doctor’s permission, you can try to cope with the disease and its external manifestations using the following methods:

• Alcohol tincture of iodine. It is suitable for daily treatment of a problematic rash until it completely dries out and safely disappears;
• Celandine. For treatment you will need its juice, which should be used to lubricate the spiky growths every day. This method is well suited for small papillomas;
• Onion. All you need is its juice, which is designed to thoroughly treat the problem area on the skin. The procedure must be performed every day to achieve a positive result;
• Garlic. Papillomas are treated with fresh slices.

Every patient who decides to undergo treatment with traditional methods must remember that they cannot prevent relapses of the pathological process and sometimes cause pain. Therefore, they are not advisable to be considered as primary therapy, which can replace drug treatment and surgical excision.

When should a spine be treated?

As long as the formations on the foot are small, they are rarely taken seriously, not to mention banal prevention. Sometimes the thorn disappears on its own, without any intervention. But this doesn't happen very often.

Plantar warts are very stubborn, so you should be persistent and be prepared for the fact that getting rid of them may require a fair amount of effort.

It is necessary to treat a wart when the body itself cannot cope with the disease, and it should be helped:

• if pain occurs,
• if the thorn interferes with walking,
• if the growth increases in size,
• if daughter spines appear next to the first spine on the foot.

Particular attention to the issue of treatment should be paid to children and adolescents, the elderly, as well as those who suffer from diabetes and other vascular diseases. This group of people needs to treat growths on their legs under the supervision of a doctor. The doctor will monitor the progress of the process and will be able to neutralize the body’s unpredictable reaction in time.

Treatment options

To treat such tumors, you can use both traditional medications and methods, and folk methods. Although one of the most common and effective ways to combat warts is their removal: physical, chemical, surgical. The following methods have proven successful in 98% of cases:

• Laser removal is one of the most effective ways to get rid of warts today. The doctor will carefully cut out the formation using a laser beam, and in its place only a small pink spot will remain. This procedure is painless for the patient and leaves no scars after it.

• Surgical removal with a scalpel. The growth is cut out and sutures are applied to the area. This method is now not popular among doctors for several reasons. First of all, it hurts. Secondly, rough scars remain that take a long time to heal. Thirdly, the risk of infection of the resulting wound is quite high.
• Removal by electric current. The essence of this method is that current is applied to the wart. Under its influence, the spine remains without nutrition and therefore dies very quickly. The method is quite suitable for removing small thorns. After removal of large formations using this method, scars will most likely remain. Also, electrocoagulation is not suitable for growths that have gone deep under the skin.
• Removal by radio waves. This technique is recognized as the most gentle. Thermal energy is generated, which non-contactly cuts the spinule tissue from the skin of the foot. Then the doctor cauterizes the capillaries, thereby blocking the wart's nutrition.

• Burning out. For these purposes, products containing acids or alkalis are used. Removal of spines occurs through destruction with a chemical component. The growth dies. And in this place there remains an inconspicuous scar.
• Freezing with liquid nitrogen. Scientifically - cryotherapy. The temperature of this substance is 196 degrees, so when nitrogen gets on the affected skin tissue, it simply freezes them and the cells die. After some time, new, healthy ones will begin to form in place of dead cells.

Treatment and healing time ranges from one to five (on average 12-20 days).

In advance, about 2 days before the planned removal, you can stick a callus patch like Salipod on the spine, or carefully cut off the formation with nail scissors.

After the wart removal process, the doctor usually prescribes special antiviral therapy. It is aimed at eliminating the cause of the problem itself - the human papillomavirus present in the body. If the patient does not receive this treatment, then there is a high probability that the growth will appear again.

In addition to removal, there are currently several types of treatment with immunological drugs available in medicine. So the most well-known drugs for such treatment are imiquimod and fluorouracil creams.

Herbal and folk remedies

In many cases, traditional methods of treating or removing warts are very effective. It’s not for nothing that our grandmothers actively used them and collected many recipes. Therefore, you should not neglect them, and before going to the doctor, you can try one or more traditional methods.