Removal of papillomas and warts is carried out only in specialized medical institutions after a medical examination. The tumor may be malignant in nature and under adverse conditions, can degenerate into cancer. Depending on the characteristics of the skin defect of the patient is administered different methods of instrumental treatment. Painless and safe procedure does not take much time to return to a usual rhythm of life is allowed immediately after surgery.
Where and why are papillomas and warts
Papillomas and warts are the most common neoplasms benign, i.e. by themselves they do not bear a direct or potential harm to health and life.
THE CAUSE OF SKIN DEFECTS IS CONSIDERED TO BE A VIRAL INFECTION, MORE SPECIFICALLY THE HUMAN PAPILLOMAVIRUS. HE BELONGS TO A GROUP OF TRUST AND CAPABLE OF LONG TIME TO BE IN THE BODY, DOES NOT DETECTING.
To provoke symptoms of tumors can the following factors:
- a reduction in General and local immunity;
- hormonal failure, including during pregnancy and menopause;
- the transferred stress;
- diseases of the stomach, pancreas and gall bladder;
- taking certain medicines;
- beriberi;
- gynecological disorders.
A favorite place of warts and papillomas are exposed areas of the body most susceptible to trauma — the fingers, face and legs. Often the growths arise under the hair and in the folds of the skin where it creates a specific microclimate. In appearance they resemble a hanging mole.
For mucous membranes characterized by the formation of a cone-shaped warts, called condyloma. It should not be confused with a lipoma (a lump) or molluscum contagious. Though he has a viral nature, but refers to a group of poxviruses.
On the face
Why papillomas and warts as often appear on the face? It's very simple. These benign growths adore to settle in places with good circulation and a thin, delicate skin around the lips and nostrils, around eyes, on nose, upper and lower eyelids or along the ciliary edge.
In men viral infection affects the chin and the shaving area. Tumors can grow singly or be multiple and appear as filamentous or round growths resembling cauliflower.
ON THE FACE SKIN BLEMISHES ARE FORMED FOR THE SAME REASONS AS IN OTHER PARTS OF THE BODY, BUT THE AGGRAVATING FACTOR OF SKIN MICROTRAUMA OBTAINED DURING SHAVING OR SCRATCHING OF THE PIMPLES.
The language
Tumors on the tongue and oral mucosa — a very rare phenomenon. In this area are often formed genital warts that are common growths on the genitals.
Cause overgrowth of the mucosa becomes non-observance of rules of hygiene and oral sex with an infected partner. In the latter case, warts involves not only the language but also the throat.
On the neck
The cause of warts and papillomas on the neck is often a hormonal imbalance associated with menopause or pregnancy women with various thyroid diseases. Weakens the body's resistance and unhealthy lifestyle, abuse of alcohol and tobacco.
Often a viral infection on the neck develops when the lack of personal hygiene and close contact with an infected person. For example, wearing someone else's clothes can cause the formation of papillomas in places of contact of skin with the collar of the dress.
Under the arms and on the hands
On the fingers and palms, we often see common or vulgar warts (periungual and subungual), caused by HPV 3 and 10 types. They are passed from infected person to a healthy when shaking hands or other close contact. From infection to the external manifestations of the virus is 3-6 months.
FEATURE OF VULGAR WARTS IS A FLAT SHAPE, NO LEGS AND A ROUGH SURFACE. MERGE NEIGHBORING CELLS TO FORM EXTENSIVE PLAQUES AND CAN AFFECT A LARGE AREA OF SKIN.
The underarms is usually localized friable papillomas on a thin stalk. They can be single or grow to a state of papillomatosis. For elderly people are more prone to the emergence of crochard (filiform warts).
On the foot
Plantar warts grow in the place the greatest pressure on the foot and in appearance resemble corn. Responsible for their education believe HPV 1, 2 and 4 type. The first and second strains of the virus cause a lot of discomfort while walking — patients complain that it hurts to step on the foot, and at the point of contact of the growth with the shoes felt a burning sensation and tingling.
The cause of the infection can become someone else's shoes, the floor in the swimming pool or the gym, shower booth, steam room and sauna. Often HPV goes addition to fungal lesions of the feet. At risk Teens, actively visiting various sections, pregnant women and athletes.
On the genitals
The appearance of papillomas and warts in the genital area says that you are infected with HPV 6 or 11 type. Not to say that these strains are the most dangerous, but the resulting tumors, it is best to remove at the first opportunity.
Localized pointed excrescences on the internal and external genitals, often penetrating to the urinary bladder and uterus. Be infected with a virus can be in intimate contact, and it does not matter whether you use protection or not. Another frequent method of infection — benches in showers, pools and sports locker rooms.
The location of the warts depends on the sex of the carrier. In women warts are found:
- the labia;
- in the pubic area;
- the mucous membrane of the vagina and the cervix.
In men the affected area a little wider. Warts seized the head of the penis, the area of the frenulum and coronal sulcus, the entrance to the urethra and the skin around the anus. With a strong growth of warts groin with move the thighs and buttocks.
Why remove tumors
Warts and papillomas, wherever they may be, usually do not cause physical discomfort, if not injured the clothes or jewelry. So many the question arises — why remove the defect, if it does not interfere?
IT IS KNOWN THAT ANY BENIGN NEOPLASM PECULIAR, THOUGH SLOWLY, BUT TO GROW, AND SOME TYPES OF HPV ARE INITIALLY PRONE TO ONCOGENIC RISK.
So no need to wait until the build-up to change appearance, become red and fester. It is better to remove it immediately. Another indicator of the future distress is severe asymmetry or the irregularity of the edges of the wart.
Remove skin defect in two ways — to go to the clinic or to try to cope with the problem alone. Immediately it should be noted that the second method is not the best and is only applicable to a small and solitary growths pokojnogo strain is a virus 1-5, 7, 10, 12, 14-15, 17, 19, 20-24, 26-29, 57 type.
Methods of removing papillomas and warts
Modern medicine can offer the following options fight infection:
- medication;
- surgical.
The conservative method involves tissue destruction of tumors by chemical exposure. For this the patient is prescribed keratolytic and necrotizing funds.
In order to avoid possible recurrence of the affected area is treated with ointments with antimicrobial and antiviral effect.
Surgery
If you change the appearance and the appearance of discomfort in the infected region it is better to turn to the classic version of getting rid of growths surgical scalpel. Modern clinic practice and other methods of wart removal:
- laser;
- cryotherapy;
- radiono;
- electrocoagulation.
Remove skin defects by surgery should only be done in specialized institutions, capable of providing safety and excellent results.
Classic excision
Removal of papillomas and warts method of excision is the oldest and traumatic way of dealing with a viral infection. However, it is still in demand if you suspect or rebirth in the case of multiple lesions. Sometimes a scalpel is the only way of fighting the build-up (if there are contraindications to other methods).
The surgery is performed under local anesthesia, although in paediatric practice is often used anesthesia. In the hospital after removal of the growths is not necessary to lie. The seized material is definitely sent to histology to determine the nature of tumors.
Laser
The laser allows you to remove any growths, in addition to oncogenic, leaves marks and scars, eliminates the possibility of wound infection and bleeding. It is the most safe, painless and effective way to remove overgrown tissue, so it is often used in Pediatrics and for combating defects in the facial area.
CAUTERIZATION OF WARTS IN THE ORAL CAVITY IS CARRIED OUT WITH SPECIAL DENTAL LASER, ELIMINATING THE BURN HEALTHY TISSUE.
Liquid nitrogen (cryosurgery)
Cryosurgery is the exposure to cold. The technique is completely safe and highly effective, leaves no visible scars. Under the influence of low temperature killed not only the superficial cells of the warts, but those that managed to penetrate deep into the dermis.
In 6-7 days after surgery, the outgrowth dries up and falls off, leaving pinkish stain.
Radiowave removal of special machines
This is the newest device for carrying out radio-wave treatment. The main element of the instrument is radionar, which performs the cut without physical contact with the surface of the skin — the edge of the wound divide to radio waves of a certain frequency. The associated coagulation of blood vessels helps to prevent bleeding and infection.
The beam is widely used in obstetrics for painless removal of warts from the vaginal mucosa of the vestibule and the cervix. Wave method does not cause swelling and damage to healthy tissue, reduces the period of rehabilitation and reduces the risk of relapse.
Hardware impact has almost no contraindications, except in the following cases:
- the presence of a pacemaker;
- exacerbation of herpes;
- the malignant character of a neoplasm.
Removal of skin growths ultrasound in its effects similar to the radio-wave devices, only instead of radio waves used high frequency sound.
Removal coagulator
Electrocoagulation is a burning abnormally proliferating papillomas with the help of electric current. The technique is rarely used, because quite painful and leaves the skin with a visible scar, particularly if deep and thick, the growths.
Especially the removal of tumors during pregnancy and GW
Removal of warts, papillomas and other growths on the hands, feet, face and body is prohibited in any trimester of pregnancy and during breastfeeding. If we are talking about the warts in the genital area, then to him in the period of carrying a child a different attitude. These tumors require histological examination to identify the nature of proliferating cells.
IF THE PERIOD OF GESTATION THERE IS A MASSIVE SPREAD OF THE VIRUS, AND SHOULD URGENTLY STOP DOING THIS BETTER AFTER 28 WEEKS OF PREGNANCY.
To remove use any methods of the hardware of medicine, but when cutaneous warts, the preferred laser, genital warts excised by radioroom. These methodologies resorted lactation.
Deliverance at home
With the help of recipes of traditional medicine to get rid of small warts or papillomas are not oncogenic type. Good therapeutic effect is the following:
- the juice of celandine, milkweed and Buttercup yellow;
- baked onions;
- a strong infusion of succession;
- the pulp of aloe leaves;
- acetic acid, iodine.
Excellent antiviral effect and have some essential oils, for example, a concentrate of tea tree and eucalyptus, lemon, cedar and cloves. Warts on the face helps castor oil.
Among the old methods of greatest efficiency has a potato juice and soap. Inside it is recommended to take antiviral fees from medicinal herbs.
Treatment folk methods combine well with the use of D'arsonval. Current increases the action of external agents and promotes deeper penetration of active ingredients. Just remember before using the device to consult a physician D'arsonval is not recommended for warts and papillomatous nevi.
Removal of papillomas and warts of large size
For large size tumors include all tumors with a diameter more than 1 centimeter. To fight them use only surgical method of treatment. This is the only effective way to get rid of skin defects of any size and depth of germination.
THE DISADVANTAGE OF SURGICAL EXCISION IS THE FORMATION OF A VISIBLE SCAR AFTER HEALING. REDUCE THE SCAR AND MAKE IT MORE ACCURATE WILL HELP THE COSMETIC WELD OVERLAY.
What are the dangers of self-removal
Any skin lesions including papillomas, condylomas, and warts have an extensive capillary network, so their removal or damage associated with profuse bleeding. The open wound can get a staph infection and can cause severe inflammation with suppuration.
Independent excretion of carcinogenic growths will entail the activation of cancer cells with subsequent malignancy tissues.
How to care for the wound
After surgical excision or cauterization is necessary to regularly treat the wound with antiseptic solution and stick to the recommended limits.
So, what not to do on stage healing:
- to wash, to swim in the pool, swim in the sea or otherwise wet the damaged area;
- tear off the crust;
- use of creams, scrubs and other cosmetic products;
- go to the Solarium or sunbathing on the beach.
How long after surgery continues the rehabilitation period? As a rule, until complete healing of the tissues takes place not less than 10-12 days.
Why not to remove the crust from the wound? First, it could get infected, and secondly, the damaged tissue will take longer to heal and leaves a scar. If a suspicious skin changes occur — the wound is swollen, reddened, dry rot, start to itch or pick — urgently go to the doctor.
Possible complications after surgery
Complications can occur with any method of removal. A lot depends on the size of the growth and care of the postoperative wound.
Patients often face such consequences:
- Development of Allergy to the use of antiseptics. In this case, use antihistamines.
- The keloid scars. To prevent them immediately after healing apply scar ointment collagenase.
- The emergence of a bubble in place of moxibustion. To reduce blister use burns funds.
IF INSTEAD OF A REMOTE NEOPLASM HAS DEVELOPED A LUMP, REDNESS AND ITCHING, IMMEDIATELY CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR. WHAT CAN THREATEN SUCH A STATE? AT LEAST, THE BEGINNING OF MALIGNANCY.
The risk of zlokacestvennoe increases dramatically from white people, in the presence of a family history of cases of melanoma or constant exposure to sunlight. That is why it is not recommended to remove the tumors in late spring and summer.
Reviews patients and beauticians about the removal of papillomas and warts
"Removed by CO2 laser papilloma on her neck. First, the surgeon took part of the tumor on histology, and the remainder burned beam. There was no blood, the pain is also not felt. Healing was fine, the crust after 3 weeks peeled herself, but the wound was slightly raised, rough surface. I was afraid that the papilloma is growing again and removed her cloth and then treated with alcohol. The skin is red, and after 10 days form a seal. So myself hurt. Are now in hospital."
"Removed in the clinic more than 15 warts radiosurgery method. They were all small and were on the shoulders and back. After surgery, it took 3 weeks, was a small pink spot. It didn't hurt, only a strong smell of burnt. The doctor has advised to smear the treated area with an antibiotic ointment and cream from scars."
"Papilloma on my side in the waist area. In his youth, was very small, and then grew and began to interfere. Decided to remove it. The operation is done with a scalpel under local anesthesia. There was no pain, only felt that the skin is stretched and cut. Then I put a small seam and sent home. A week later came the biopsy, I'm fine."
"Dermatologist working for a long time and often hear the question — "How to quickly get rid of warts?" All that is required is to pass a session of laser or electrocoagulation. This is recognized worldwide, fast and safe methods of removing any growths: moles, spider veins, age keratitis, papillomas, and more.
How these methods are safe in terms of oncogenetic? Professional removal of benign growths is not threatened. What is truly risky is to leave a defect without attention. Besides, warts are very contagious and can go to all members of the family."
The answers to the questions
When surgery is needed to remove vnutriportovaya papilloma of the breast?
The cystadenoma is found in women of all ages and is considered a precancerous condition. Upon detection of a cyst in the ducts it is better to remove it, without waiting for rebirth. The basis for emergency operations is the increase in the size of papillomas and pus.
Upon detection of a cancer cell is assigned a mastectomy of Halsted with complete removal of the breast. Possible practice the more gentle technique with preservation of the breast, for example, sectoral resection.
To what doctor to address for the removal of papillomas?
The choice of specialist depends on the location of growths. The localization in the genital area would be wise to go to a gynecologist or urologist. If papillomas appeared on the eyelid or in the eye slits, your eye doctor.
Skin lesions on the hands, neck, back and other parts of the body require a trip to the dermatologist, here are the growths in the anus are directly related to the proctologist. If you hesitate with the choice of doctors and do not know whom to appeal, set aside the coupon to the district physician.
Can I have sex after removal of genital warts?
Any intimacy after the destruction of tumors should be terminated until complete healing of the tissues. How long to wait? The rehabilitation process is affected by the human immune system and the selected method of removing warts. But, in any case, the restoration lasts longer than 14 days.
Why after removal of the wart reappears?
Stop HPV elimination of the skin defect is impossible. Operation fighting with only external manifestation of the infection, while the virus remains in the body and any adverse effect can be activated.
Therefore, none of the methods of treatment may not get rid of HPV forever. At increased risk are people who regularly visit various public places. They have after surgery often grows a new wart.
What is the method of removing warts is better?
This question can be answered only by a doctor. After inspecting the lesion and conducting a survey on the subject of comorbidity, the doctor compares the capabilities of each method with respect to a particular patient.
To address the problem of skin defects needs a good specialist, because incorrect decision can cost not only health, but life.
Summarize
Today to remove papilloma or wart is no more difficult than pulling teeth. However, do not be deluded by the simplicity and accessibility of procedure. It is better to avoid the appearance of such tumors, attentive to their health and to keep clean.