For a complete answer to the question, it is necessary to delve into the essence of the penetration of infection into the human body. Many experts have made a lot of efforts to find out the whole nature of the emergence and development of HPV, which is so well known today. For the past 30 years, the human papillomavirus has been studied very carefully. As a result and in the research process, more than 100 strains of the nature of the disease were discovered. The types of papillomas in the body are not of the same type, but malignant or benign.
HPV is a neoplasm that appears in any part of the skin or inner layer. But unfortunately, some later pathology strains are converted into a malignant tumor. You need to know absolutely everything about these types from "A" to "Z".
Types of skin growths
The appearance of a growth on the skin of the body is indicated by a decrease in the immune system. It is she who has a protective function, and plays the role of a kind of barrier. When some type of human papillomavirus enters the body, the immunity does not allow the HPV to take root. This has been proven by research.
Long-term medical practice has made it possible to divide all skin papillomas into three types:
- HPV of a non-oncogenic type (such growths will not cause cancer, but will reduce immunity).
- The virus is not of the high oncogenic type (it has a low threshold for pathology to occur).
- Oncogenic risk infection (due to a high threshold for oncology).
The sign of the papillomavirus found on the skin is already, although not great, but worrying. Don't leave the growth unattended (especially in the genital area). For a complete understanding of what type caused the appearance of a neoplasm, you should contact a dermatologist. To start, the doctor will perform a visual exam and, if necessary, write a guideline for further analysis and research.
Don't start self-medicating if you haven't found out what kind of papillomas you have - this can lead to irreparable consequences.
It is important to consult your doctor about prescribing antiviral therapy. Without medical treatment, the removal of papillomas cannot guarantee a sustainable result, as with the next drop in immunity, there is a possibility of papilloma re-formation due to virus activity.
The number of existing neoplasms is in the tens. You need to find out what papillomas are and remember that the entire range of growths presented is divided into five categories. They were divided according to symptoms, color scheme and risk of oncogenicity. We will cover each group in more detail later. Thus, the varieties of papillomas are divided into 5 types.
The first type are simple papillomas
Group I - simple papillomas. Another name is common or vulgar growths. This type of papillomas is widespread. A clear sign of the appearance of a small growth on the skin. In the process of developing papillomas of any of the known types, it is transformed into a keratinized, dark-colored tuber. The common wart is located on the skin, both in a single form and in whole groups. A favorite place for warts are the hands (the inner and outer sides of the hand) and the lower part of the face (essentially the lips and chin).
It should be noted that there are plantar papillomas, they practically do not differ externally from ordinary growths, only the keratinized outer bark gives their belonging. These warts cause discomfort when walking. Getting rid of them is not easy, but it is quite possible at home.
The second type is flat
Group II - flat papillomas. A characteristic of the species, the manifestation of an accumulation of group growth. They have practically no bulge and are dark in color.
The growths are rounded, elongated, oval in shape, rise above the skin level by 1-2 millimeters. Flat papillomas are located around the mouth, on the face, in the upper half of the body. Sometimes, papillomas form on the neck. Place of distribution - upper body. In some cases, they have been observed in the genital area. Cutaneous papillomas still belong to this group and appear mainly in adolescence. Warts are located on the neck, face and hands of young people. The main reason for the appearance is a failure of the immune system.
There are also papillomas on the lips, cervix in girls, penis in men, in the rectum, near the anus. These formations are organized in groups, merge with each other. Smooth flesh-colored papillomas, sometimes a little darker than the rest of the skin, are formed under the influence of 10, 49, 28 varieties of papillomavirus.
The third type - pointed
Group III - sharp papillomas on the face and other areas. Another name is warts. The main site of displacement of neoplasms is the mucous membranes. Most of the time, they affect the genitals and the body, spoiling their appearance and affecting everything internally. It is these strains that are classified as oncogenic risk. It is marked by rapid development from one specimen to several in a short period. The method of genital warts penetration is sexual intercourse. The presence of sharp warts is not desirable for pregnant women, as there is a possibility of infection of the baby. The latter can occur when the newborn passes through the birth canal.
The fourth type - filiform papillomas
Group IV - peculiar filiform papillomas on the body. In the scientific world they are called acrochord. A feature of neoplasms is the obligatory leg that supports the mole itself. The age category is middle-aged people and older women and men. Such growths are most often called senile.
The human papillomavirus has been developing in the body for many years and only after a while it manifests itself as warts. Site of neoplasm formation: eyelids, neck, armpits, inguinal area and chest region. These growths are traumatic and often, through neglect, rupture. This is a very dangerous phenomenon, so it is imperative to show the wound to the doctor.
Fifth type - internal
Group V - internal springs. This subgroup includes all neoplasms that form in Organs internal organs of the body. These include warts located on the walls of the stomach and rectum. Growths in the mouth and throat, formations in the bladder. It is the presence of condylomas of this group that cannot be recognized independently, as it requires special diagnoses. But the presence of growths gives severe symptoms. How dangerous are neoplasms for the human body, it is definitely impossible to say. Research work is carried out annually and constantly gives new results.
But one thing is clear: this fact cannot be ignored. For example, a growth in the bladder can lead to internal bleeding or eventually become cancerous. Warts in the larynx interrupt respiratory function and the ability to speak. By the way, the latter are also able to locate in a newborn - therefore, a pregnant woman needs to be especially vigilant.
Causes of Papillomas
HPV is an infection that, upon entering the human body, causes all kinds of growth. Some strains of neoplasms turn into cancerous tumors. We list the most common causes of infection:
- constant change of sexual partners;
- the presence of bad habits (alcohol, smoking, drug addiction);
- decreased immune defense;
- violation of physiological processes in the body;
- negligent attitude towards personal hygiene (use of other people's personal belongings).
General symptoms of all kinds
The most likely manifestation of the presence of HPV in women in the body is the external presence of growths. All features depend on the location of the neoplasms. Let's consider in more detail the obvious symptoms, depending on the type of papilloma and its types.
- pointed condyloma. It occurs on the mucous membranes of Organs genitals, larynx, oral cavity, on the inner walls of the stomach and rectum. On the genitals, it is accompanied by mild itching and an unpleasant odor. It is undesirable to ignore this type of growth, as oncogenic pathology can lead to disastrous consequences.
- Intraductal papilloma. The site of origin of the duct in the mammary gland. Characteristic signs of the presence of growth: redness around the nipple, slight itching and burning. With light pressure on the nipple, an ichor or greenish discharge is released. Breast papilloma is not initially a cancer, but in a neglected state it is converted into a malignant tumor.
- Plantar warts. The outgrowths are marked by the presence of a cornified corn formation on the sole. When walking, pressing, squeezing causes discomfort. Painful sensations are manifested in a sharp, sharp pain in the zone of the neoplasm.
- Throat papilloma. The initial stage of growth is not marked by significant symptoms, but in the process of development, symptoms intensify. The voice changes, there is a feeling of coma in the throat, the respiratory function is disturbed. There is difficulty in swallowing saliva and food.
- Flat warts. They occur in teenagers on the lower part of the face and arms (on the outside of the hand). There are no serious symptoms. Only occasionally is there a slight itching.
Treatment of skin neoplasms
Having found a growth on the body, contact a specialized doctor - a dermatologist, so that he can prescribe treatment. Do not self-medicate as some strains are of the highly oncogenic type (this applies to both males and females).
HPV (human papillomavirus) with external signs in the form of neoplasms is not everything. These growths can easily turn into malignant tumors, and that is already dangerous. It should be noted that the human papillomavirus remains in the body for the rest of life. As a result, it is only possible to reduce the activity, i. e. to bring the infection into a "sleeping" state. But laser therapy will help to completely exterminate the mole absolutely painlessly.
Pay attention to external skin changes and visit doctors in a timely manner. Take vitamin complexes and support the immune system. Stick to certain rules, and health will be safe. In addition, the types of papillomas on the face, how they have already been discovered and which photos can be seen on the Internet, are different, and before resorting to removal, you need to find out what the strain is. A description of either can be found on the World Wide Web.