When you look at different photos of papillomas in women, it is unlikely that anyone would want to see such neoplasms in your body. However, growths can occur at the most inopportune time and sometimes in extremely unpleasant places.
Papillomas in the female genitals, urethra, or bladder are more dangerous than simple warts on the body. How to identify them, what to do with them and with whom to contact? You will find the answers to these and other questions in this material.
Causes of papillomas
The main causes of growth are the penetration of various types of human papillomavirus into the body. A type 16 virus is considered dangerous in women 18 and 31. We will talk about these later.
There are 16 types of viruses in women, 18 or 31 in women, and only a small fraction of the species detected so far. At the same time, scientists are confident that more than one species will be discovered in the near future.
The course of the disease, the nature of the external manifestations and the complexity of the treatment of papilloma depends mainly on the type of human papillomavirus in women.
The virus can penetrate in several ways:
- Sex.The most dangerous way to transmit 31 types of viruses, as well as 18 and 18 types of viruses in women. Many people think that HPV is not possible if you use condoms. In fact, this is a dream because condoms do not completely protect against HPV. What about unprotected oral and anal sex, as well as the practice of non-traditional relationships.
- Contact and home.The second most popular way of infecting women's bodies. These include regular handshakes, hugs and kisses, as well as general hygiene items, various tools, and so on. is to use. This route of infection is possible if there are injuries, small wounds and scratches on the body.
16 types of papilloma in 18 and 31 women are dangerous in terms of oncogenicity. That is, 16 or 31 women are more likely to develop cancer if type 18 virus is found.
Although type 16, 18 or 31, the presence of a virus in the body does not guarantee the obligatory manifestation of papillomas and the development of more cancers. The development of HPV in a woman's body is affected by the general condition and the immune system.
There are groups of specific risk factors that increase the likelihood of infection:
- Too early to start an active sex life. According to statistics, most women become infected with HPV before the age of 25.
- Regular changes of partners.
- Frequent abortions. It is not uncommon for sex to end in an unwanted pregnancy. For many, the best remedy is abortion. However, this disrupts the internal structure of the genitals, which greatly facilitates the penetration of the virus.
- Presence of chronic gynecological diseases.
- Sexually transmitted diseases.
- Long-term use of oral contraceptives.
What is a papilloma? This is an external manifestation of the virus that sits in the body of only one woman. Some papillomas only cause cosmetic defects. Therefore, their removal is a simple need to get rid of growths that spoil the appearance of a woman. However, there is a situation where a girl must consult a doctor to get a full consultation and reveal all the details of the presence of a virus in the body.
It turns out that papilloma is more dangerous in women than in men. And 31 types of viruses do not play a role here only in 18 or 16 women.
According to statistics, malignant neoplasms are more likely to occur in the fairer sex. Therefore, it is important to treat papillomas. Papilloma found in women is a signal for early medical attention.
Which doctor treats papillomas? It already depends on where the growths originate. If these are genital papillomas that affect the genitals and nearby areas, you should consult a gynecologist.
Growths in the internal organs are difficult to determine independently, so a complete diagnosis of the body may be required. When warts appear on your skin, the first thing you should do is consult a dermatologist.
Views
There are several groups of neoplasms for women:
- Straight papillomas.Generally, flat papillomas affect the cervix and its epithelium;
- Body warts.Occurs due to exposure to the safest types of viruses;
- turned upside down.As a sign of straight growth. Precancerous conditions of the cervix with such neoplasms are often diagnosed;
- was marked.It usually occurs in the external labia and in areas of sexual trauma. New warts may appear near single growths, which then merge into a single neoplasm. It looks like a cauliflower.
Micropapillomatosis manifests itself slightly differently in women. In general, such a phenomenon is considered the norm. However, if you have the symptoms shown in the photo, you should definitely check for papillomatosis infection. Micropapillomatosis affects the labia (small labia) and manifests itself as numerous small growths.
Results
Symptoms and treatment should only be prescribed by a physician. A specialist can determine what causes a neoplasm, how to treat it, and what medication to use.
Many women panic when they see growth in themselves because they are afraid of complications in the form of cancer. In fact, the percentage of such cases is insignificant and only causes gross violations in the treatment or care of neoplasms. If you do everything right, do not damage or tear the growths, the likelihood of complications will be minimal.
What are the consequences of human papillomaviruses in women?
- In most cases, there are no complications. In addition, as the immune system strengthens, it is sometimes not necessary to resort to the removal of neoplasms. They decide for themselves.
- One of the potential dangers is reproductive diseases.
- Another complication that can be caused by HPV is problems trying to conceive.
- The biggest danger is the development of cancerous growths.
To prevent unpleasant results, if you have symptoms of HPV, you should see a doctor from time to time and get tested. If there are no external signs of a virus, it is still not possible to check for its presence.
Experience shows that many women have HPV in secret, that is, they do not show themselves in any way. This period can last from the moment of infection to several years to several weeks. Although there is a virus in the body, it is not uncommon for growths to not occur throughout life.
Treatment
Every papilloma in women needs treatment. Another question is whether women will need lifting treatment or whether more lenient methods can be abandoned.
Let's look at some treatment options:
- Treatment with folk remedies.It is recommended to apply folk remedies only when removing the growths on the underwear. It is impossible to deal with such methods in intimate warts or areas with thin skin without consulting a doctor.
- Removal of papillomas.In the presence of multiple growths, it is associated with conditions that interfere with normal life or cause physical discomfort. Burning after papilloma removal is a normal reaction, especially when it comes to cryodestruction or electrocoagulation. Although laser therapy and radiosurgery are more expensive, they are preferred.
- Drug protection of papillomas.aims to increase immunity and suppress the virus. These can be tablets, injections or topical ointments to the affected area.
If a woman has papilloma, you should definitely see a doctor. It will make specific recommendations based on the current situation and the nature of the disease.