A wart is a benign formation on human skin. It is usually a few millimeters in size, but there are also larger types of warts. Such neoplasms can appear in different places on the human body.
As you know, not all nipples are safe. There are some types of skin lesions that require urgent removal. This is necessary to prevent further complications.
Nipple classification
In medicine, there are several types of benign formations that can appear on human skin. They differ from each other in appearance, have different developmental specifics, as well as location.
There are the following types of warts:
- common (most common);
- plantar (observed on the feet);
- spiky (condyloma);
- filiform (chords);
- apartment.
Ordinary warts
Such neoplasms have a diameter that usually does not exceed 1 cm. These are fairly dense tumors with an uneven surface and clear boundaries. The skin lesion, which belongs to this species, is characterized by the following characteristics:
- rounded shape;
- color from yellow to dark gray;
- ordinary warts are often seen on elbows, fingers, knees, lips and other parts of the body that are often injured.
Sometimes the formations disappear on their own, but in most cases they require long-term treatment.
Plantar warts
Such growths are named after their location. They are on the feet, they are convex in shape, but due to the constant pressure created by the weight of the human body they can become flat. The formation is surrounded by a keratinized layer of skin.
Plantar growths can be uncomfortable and painful. This type of benign lesion differs from chicken corn in that small droplets of blood protrude when cut rather than spilling fluid. Plantar warts can cause problems with wearing shoes. They are capable of appearing at any age.
Genital warts
The fibroepithelial formation contains a large number of pointed nodules that are interconnected. Their surface can be white or red, sometimes they bleed and cause pain.
Pointed benign neoplasms usually appear on the mucosa, at the places of its transition into the skin. In the future they grow, they become big. As a result, tumor-like growths form.
Filiform warts
Such a formation on the skin is named after the shape. Filiform nipples are narrow and long. The places of their localization are as follows:
- face;
- neck;
- lips.
On the outside, the filamentous formations resemble a broken thread. They can appear on the body of a person of any age, but are often noticed in older people. As they develop, filamentous formations change their appearance:
- At first, the accords look like small bumps on the skin. For this reason, they can easily be confused with a mole.
- After that, the knot increases in size, taking on an elongated shape. In some cases, the chords are round, but they still have a thin stem.
- In consistency, the formation is elastic and relatively dense. As a rule, its length is not more than 5 mm, however, there are cases when the acrocord is larger than 1 cm.
Some people have several formations on the body that grow together. Therefore, they look like a rooster. Acrochords can be brown in color or remain flesh-colored. Sometimes it itches.
Straight nipples
Such formations are nodules that are flat to the touch. They stand out with a yellow-brown color and are usually found on the eyelids and face. These nodules are common in children, but can also occur in the elderly. These benign neoplasms do not tend to transform into malignant tumors. This type of growth is extremely rare.
Straight nipples rise slightly above the surface of the skin. They are characterized by a smooth surface and clear borders. The special feature is the absence of keratinized skin, due to which the smoothness and shine are maintained. Such formations are localized on the face, lower legs, back of the hand.
Tip!In case of neoplasms on the body, you should definitely seek the advice of a dermatologist. Only he will be able to determine exactly what their nature is. This will eliminate the development of malignant tumors on the skin.
Senile warts
There is another type of benign formations that occur on the human body, which can be separated into a special category. Their characteristics are as follows:
- senile warts (seborrheic keratosis) occur exclusively in the elderly and do not require treatment;
- they are usually found on the skin, which is often covered with clothing, and are seldom seen on the hands and face;
- such neoplasms develop from the epidermis.
The elements of seborrheic keratosis are often multiple. Clinical manifestations depend on the time of development and location. Early elements are small flat spots of pink or yellow color with clear borders, as well as a warty surface.
They are reminiscent of oily crusts on the skin, which are easily removed. After that, these crusts are compacted, interspersed with cracks. Over time, they turn into a mushroom shape, becoming black or dark brown.
The formations have a soft consistency, their borders may not be quite clear, even jagged. However, they are similar to melanoma. In some cases, there is a domed shape of the elements of seborrheic keratosis.
Tip!In the presence of senile warts, a significant increase in the amount of vitamin C that enters the body is recommended. Helps prevent the appearance of new stains. However, it should be borne in mind that an excess of vitamin C can lead to some changes in the work of the stomach, as well as contribute to the appearance of kidney stones.
The choice of treatment depends on what type of wart is being treated. One way or another, this process should not be left to chance. Timely contact with a dermatologist will enable the patient to undergo the procedure of removing skin formations with ease and without complications. In addition, the wart can be confused with malignant diseases, the treatment of which should definitely not be delayed.