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Papilloma is a benign growth. The main reason for the removal was its unsightly appearance, located in the women's décolleté area. The cause of formation is related to reduced immunity and previously transferred viral diseases.
Various papillomas
Human papillomavirus has more than 10 genotypes, but only a few are the most common.
Simple or vulgar warts
The type of formation that most commonly infects human epidermis. Their location is the scalp, neck, face, hands, body, skin folds.
The most effective way to eliminate papilloma is medication. Surgery (scalpel, cryosurgery, laser, radiation, electrocoagulation); combination therapy (removal of papilloma, followed by medication to prevent recurrence).
Simple warts have a regular round or oval shape. They can rise 5 mm or more above the surface of the epidermis.
Their diameter reaches 1 cm. The structure of the wart is soft and uniform, with no internal seal. The disease is not accompanied by symptoms. In most cases, they are not dangerous.
In each case, the method of treatment of papilloma must be strictly selected. It is necessary to consider the contraindications of a particular exposure method.
For example, the patient may suffer from a cold allergy, which may become an obstacle to cryotherapy.
Flat warts
Stable growth is also called young growth. Children and children who have entered puberty are all susceptible to disease.
In later life, tumors are very rare. Experts associate the formation of flat warts with hormonal changes. They were formed due to past viral diseases.
Growth occurs in a single or multiple forms. They do not rise above the surface of the skin. The growth color is light, close to natural skin tone.
Localization site: face, neck, back of arms and legs. There are no serious accompanying symptoms. The disease does not require treatment.
Filiform warts
A distinctive feature of the formation is the existence of a thin base. Therefore, they are called pedicled. The length of these warts increases.
The size of a single formation reaches 1 cm. The main problem with filiform warts is their highly traumatic nature.
Thin legs make them vulnerable to injury. Warts are more common on the neck, armpits, facial skin and cervical spine.
Plantar wart
Another name for pathology is spines. The strata are densely growing. When exposed to their roots, they produce a painful sensation, reminiscent of acupuncture.
On the surface, they are easily confused with corn or calluses. The appearance of a type of wart usually accompanies the development of the disease.
Genital warts
Human papillomavirus is transmitted through sex. If an infection occurs, warts will form in private areas-warts in the genital area.
Its location is the reproductive organs and anal area. The disease manifests itself in the form of small body papules.
Papilloma itself is not dangerous. Their formation will not be accompanied by unpleasant symptoms, but the skin is thin and easily injured. Damage to the formation leads to an increase in secondary infections.
In addition to the listed species, there are flat warts and internal structures. Although there are no accompanying symptoms, the presence of the formation requires referral to an expert and regular monitoring.
Reasons for clearing formations
It is not yet fully understood where the papilloma comes from. In most cases, they affect the face, neck, and breastbone. Experts recommend removing the papilloma even if it does not cause serious inconvenience.
Reasons for mandatory surgery include:
- high riskdamagePapilloma
- positiveheightOr the development of new forms, they are all over the skin;
- repeatThe formation of papilloma after drug treatment.
It is also recommended to remove papilloma when positioned in an open area of the body. The fact that growth is itchy or itchy is worrying.
Effective removal method
Modern medicine provides patients with a variety of methods to treat papilloma:
- Medicinaltreatment;
- operatingput one's oar in;
- combinedtreatment;
- methodfolkdrug.
The choice of treatment plan is carried out by the doctor according to the size and location of the formation.
medical treatement
For small formations and their positioning in non-traumatic areas, drug therapy is recommended.
Conservative treatment is very effective for fresh warts and their positioning in thin and sensitive areas of the skin. Drugs do not always allow complete removal of the formation.
The drugs can be used alone or in combination. Most commonly, specialists will prescribe topical medications and antiviral treatments.
Surgical treatment
With the positioning of papilloma in the open area of the skin, the appearance of discomfort or the risk of injury increases, surgery can free you from them:
- surgicalmobile. The easiest and most economical way to remove accumulations. Currently, it is rarely used in medicine. It is accompanied by a high risk of scarring.
- Electrocoagulation.This method is to remove deposits through the action of electric current. A high-frequency current is sent to the affected area, which causes the burning of the treated area. The process is quick and painless.
- laserCongealed. A distinctive feature of this method is the use of laser beams to remove deposits. The method is non-invasive. It is characterized by fast healing time. Due to the action of the laser and the immediate sealing of the blood vessels at the treatment site, the risk of bleeding during the operation is minimized.
- Cryotherapy.The method is based on exposure to ultra-low temperatures. Freeze the formation with liquid nitrogen. The main disadvantage of this method is that it cannot precisely control the depth of the treatment area. As a result, healthy neighboring tissues are affected.
- Radiosurgery.The papilloma is removed by radio waves. A special device acts on the ground and removes the affected tissue. This method is actively used in modern medicine and is considered to be efficient and painless.
The method of surgical intervention depends on the size, location and number of formations.
Comprehensive Treatment
Most commonly, experts recommend the use of combination therapies. It includes the rapid removal of existing formations and subsequent medical treatment. The combined treatment plan aims to prevent the subsequent risk of papilloma on the patient's skin.
Care after removal
In order to speed up the wound healing process after papilloma removal, certain recommendations must be followed.
After the operation, it is forbidden to injure the surface of the wound. In addition, you cannot stick it with plaster. Lack of fresh air will slow down tissue regeneration. The only problem is that you can seal the wound with antiseptic plasters when you are away from home.
In addition, after the operation, the skin should be restricted from being exposed to direct sunlight for a long time.
During the day, you cannot wet the wound or apply makeup on the wound.
In addition, you will have to refuse to visit the solarium, bathroom, swimming pool for at least 3 weeks.
For the treatment of this area, experts recommend the use of preservatives.