The causes of papillomas on the surface of the body in women are in most cases associated with infection of the body with the papillomatosis virus. There are also congenital formations that are transmitted along with genetic data from one of the parents.
What are papillomas
Papillomas are benign neoplasms on the body of women, whose causes are pathogenic activity of viral microorganisms from the papilloma virus family. Translated from Latin, it means "papillo - wart" and "oma - a typical ending for tumors of all kinds".
Papillomas form from host epithelial cells. From the outside it looks like a connecting papilla with a flat, sharp, rounded or branched shape.
The peculiarity of benign neoplasms of this type is that they can develop on the mucous membrane of the oral cavity, internal organs with a hollow structure, inside the nostrils, nasal sinuses, on the vocal cords.
Initially, the papilloma root is formed from squamous epithelium with gradual growth over the general skin.
Tumor color can vary from flesh to brown and pink. . . Localization of papillomas within the bladder, intestines, respiratory system can cause the development of concomitant diseases and complications.
Types of papillomas on the body in women
Depending on the location of the warts, their appearance and the reasons that caused their formation, different types of papillomas differ. The table below lists the types of benign neoplasms of this type, with an indication of their characteristics.
| Papilloma type | Characteristics of the neoplasm |
|---|---|
| Genital warts | They can be found in any part of a woman's body. From the outside they look like an oblong hanging mole, which in most cases has a brown tint. |
| Papilloma vulgaris | The classic form of human papillomatosis virus manifestation. The neoplasms are round in shape; they are attached to the main surface of the body on a thin and short stem. The colors of the flesh are like the rest of the dermis. |
| Genital warts | The localization of neoplasms of this type is an intimate zone in men and women. The infection occurs as a result of an unprotected relationship with an infected partner. The main location of the tumor is the circumference of the anus, large and small lips in women, and the foreskin in men. In case of non-compliance with sanitary and hygienic standards, contamination of the household is possible. |
| Senile warts | It is found in older women. They appear as a result of hormonal changes in the body, metabolic disorders, prolonged exposure to the sun's rays. The main danger of this type of papilloma is the high risk of their degeneration into malignant neoplasms. |
| Plantar | Papillomas of this type are localized exclusively in the area of the plantar part of the foot. On the outside, they resemble a small head of cauliflower with branched inflorescences. If a woman walks a lot, wears tight shoes, plantar warts can become inflamed, bleed and cause pain. |
Almost all of the above types of papillomas occur as a result of infection of a woman with one or another genotype of human papilloma virus. The only exceptions are senile warts, which can appear due to age-related changes in the body of the elderly.
Stages and degrees of papilloma on the body in women
Like any other benign tumor formation, papilloma develops on a woman’s body in several stages.
In this sense, the following stages of wart formation are distinguished:
- Phase 1- uncontrolled division of squamous cell epithelium and formation of papilloma root, which is asymptomatic and inconspicuous;
- Phase 2- the formation of a wart head that rises 1-1, 5 mm above the general surface of the body, if it is located on the folds of the joints, in the waist area, on the neck or under the armpits, can cause a feeling of discomfort, rubbing, skin irritation;
- Phase 3- a full-fledged flat, rounded or oblong neoplasm appears which has a root, a leg, a main body in the shape of a head and a blood supply due to the smallest capillaries connected with the rest of the epithelial tissue;
- Phase 4- multiple proliferation of similar papillomas, which occur as a result of cell division of an existing neoplasm (extensive papillomatosis is dangerous with a high probability of malignant degeneration of one wart).
The stage of skin disease is determined by a dermatologist during the examination of the patient. The method of treatment is selected based on the diagnostic results, the type of papilloma and the stage of its development.
Symptoms of papilloma
Papillomas on the body (causes in women that have caused the appearance of neoplasms are associated with infection by viral microorganisms) are single or multiple benign tumors that are easily recognized by external signs.
The symptoms of papillomatosis in women are manifested as follows:
- the appearance of a small tubercle rising above the general surface of the epithelium;
- an increase in the root of the nipple, which becomes larger every week;
- an external neoplasm appears on the body, characterized by a round, branched, or conical shape;
- the main sites of papilloma localization on the female body are the armpits, inner thighs, neck, skin surface below the mammary glands, groin, perineum, genitals, back, plantar part of the leg;
- in case of prolonged exposure to the surface of the nipple, rubbing and pain may occur;
- papilloma may have fleshy, yellowish, pink, brown shades, which is the norm;
- attempts to remove the neoplasm on their own do not lead to a positive result, and the excised wart grows again.
The presence of symptoms such as a sudden change in the color of the nipple to a darker color, the beginning of an acute inflammatory process, the release of pus or blood fluid, pain attacks, are alarming signs that are not characteristic of papillomatosis. In this case, degeneration of the benign formation into a cancerous tumor is not excluded.
Reasons for occurrence
Papillomas on the body (causes in women that caused the disease may be related to the patient's lifestyle) is a chronic dermatological pathology that occurs under the influence of the following factors.
Papilloma factors on the body:
- leading a promiscuous sex life, intimate contact with an infected partner without the use of barrier contraception;
- sharing towels, cosmetics, soaps and other hygiene products with a person suffering from the papilloma virus;
- sharing indoor slippers and other types of footwear;
- visiting public showers, baths, swimming pools, steam rooms with an open surface that touches the skin where sustainable virions of the papilloma virus are present;
- hormonal imbalance in the body caused by concomitant diseases of the endocrine system;
- introduction of a viral infection into an open wound during shaving;
- infection of the child by the sick mother during the passage of the fetus through the birth canal.
In most cases, it is not possible to determine the true cause of warts on the body. The incubation period of papilloma virus after infection ranges from a few days to 3 or more years.
Diagnosis
In order to make an accurate diagnosis in the form of papillomatosis, a woman must undergo an extensive examination of the body and directly the area of skin where the benign neoplasm is localized.
The diagnosis of papilloma takes place in several stages, as follows:
- visual examination by a dermatologist;
- giving venous blood for biochemical study and determination of papilloma virus virions;
- examination of the deeper epithelial layers of the nipple using a dermatoscope;
- capillary blood collection for clinical analysis;
- selection of the papilloma particle for further histological examination to rule out the oncological nature of the tumor origin;
- delivery of morning urine to determine its biochemical composition and general indicators of women's health.
Localization of papillomas in the intimate area, on the genitals and the circumference of the anus may require additional examination by a gynecologist, as well as tests for the presence of sexually transmitted infections.
When to see a doctor
The main danger of this type of warts lies in the aesthetic lack, as well as the danger of their degeneration into oncology.
It is recommended to seek the advice of a dermatologist as soon as the appearance of an external neoplasm is detected.
Early diagnosis and determination of the type of papilloma allows you to organize effective treatment and removal of the neoplasm with minimal risk of complications.
Prevention of papillomas on the body
Papillomas on the body (causes of warts in women can be removed by effective preventive measures) are benign tumors that can be easily prevented by following the following rules.
For example:
- lead an orderly intimate life, have only one sexual partner;
- wear only your shoes and do not allow other shoes;
- use barrier contraception;
- avoid visiting public bathrooms, toilets, swimming pools, showers or put your feet in rubber slippers, do not touch exposed parts of the body to wall surfaces, handles, tiles, deck chairs;
- use only your own cosmetics, towels, soap;
- at least once a year for a preventive medical examination by a dermatologist;
- balance your diet, sleep at least 8 hours a day, get enough rest to ensure the normal functioning of the immune system.
All of the above recommendations do not guarantee 100% protection against papillomatosis infection, but they do allow you to reduce your risk of disease and avoid contact with sources of potential infection.
Methods of treating body papillomas in women
Papillomatosis is a completely incurable disease. A woman who is infected with the virus that causes warts carries it for the rest of her life. Modern methods of treating the disease can be solved only by the consequences of pathology in the form of benign neoplasms.
Medications
Traditional remedies cannot completely get rid of papillomas, as warts of this type need to be removed by chemical, thermal, electrocoagulation, laser, or surgical treatment.
Traditional methods
Alternative medicine offers its own alternative ways to remove papillomas, regardless of their type and location on a woman's body. The traditional methods of removing warts follow.
Knitting with thread
It is necessary to wait for the lunar phase to fall. You will need to take a piece of black thread, use it to tie the papilloma, tying a knot. This thread is taken to the garden and buried in the ground with the words, "When this thread fails, all my warts will disappear. " After 2-3 weeks, the papilloma will begin to soften and decay without signs of pain or inflammation.
Special funds
There are special drugs for warts and papillomas, but they do not give the effectiveness of their action and guarantee recurrence. One of these tools is, for example, a special patch.
Such products usually contain natural ingredients that suppress the virus to some extent.
Dog saliva
To get rid of benign neoplasms with this method, you need to coat the nipple with an even layer of sour cream. After that, the woman should go to the dog to lick the lactic acid product with her tongue.
After that, the papilloma is sealed with a medical adhesive plaster. Saliva cannot be wiped off the surface of the neoplasm. After 1 week, the patch can be removed. From this point on, the nipple will begin to disintegrate.
Moxibustion with celandine
During the growing season of this plant (from late May to mid-June), you should pluck the branches of celandine daily and cauterize the warts with poisonous yellow juice. The duration of therapy is 10 to 30 days. Measures should be taken to prevent the juice from reaching the mucous membranes of the mouth and eyes.
Official science has not proven the effectiveness of using the above folk remedies to remove papillomas on the body. Women who used similar recipes were able to achieve the desired result and respond positively to these methods of therapy.
Other methods
The most effective way to treat papillomas is to remove them completely.
The following methods are used for this:
- chemical combustion- ensures exposure of the nipple surface to aggressive solutions based on acids, potassium or sodium hydroxide;
- electrocoagulation- the papilloma is cut off and cauterized using a loop-shaped instrument, the metal end of which is under electric current (the treatment procedure is performed under local anesthesia);
- cryodestruction- benign neoplasm is burned with a solution of liquid nitrogen (under the influence of low temperatures, the epithelial tissue freezes, and then breaks down into parts);
- laser coagulation- excision of the papilloma is performed using positively charged laser particles, removal of the main part of the nipple and cauterization of its root system is ensured;
- surgical removal- traditional and most common method of treating dermatological diseases, which consists of cutting the nipple with a scalpel and then applying suture material.
All of the above methods of treating papillomatosis allow you to remove benign neoplasms with minimal risk of recurrence.
The average rehabilitation period is 3 to 7 days. The safest method is laser excision and electrocoagulation. The most painful and traumatic treatment is traditional surgical removal of the wart.
Possible complications
In the absence of appropriate response measures and treatment of papillomatosis on the body, a woman may face the following complications over time.
Possible complications:
- the appearance of similar warts on other parts of the body, indicating an increase in viral activity;
- nipple degeneration into malignant cancer, which can lead to death;
- the appearance of similar neoplasms in the bladder cavity, intestines, larynx, trachea, which will lead to disorders of their work, problems with urination, respiration and digestive function;
- cervical cancer (scientific research has shown that 80% of women with this disease are infected with the human papilloma virus;
- increasing the size of the nipple, creating a cosmetic and aesthetic defect;
- neoplasm injury and entry of bacterial infection into epithelial tissues.
To prevent the appearance of papillomas on the body in women, it is necessary to remember the causes of their appearance. This will preserve the health of the skin, prevent a decrease in the immune status of the pathogenic activity of the papilloma virus. The disease itself is not life-threatening, but its presence can cause the development of serious complications.