When you look at various photos of papillomas in women, hardly anyone wants such neoplasms to appear on your body. But growths can form at the most inopportune moment and sometimes in extremely uncomfortable places.
The same papillomas on female genitals, in the urethra, or on papillomas of the bladder in women are much more dangerous than simple warts on the body. How do I identify them, what do I do with them and who can I contact? The answer to these and many other questions can be found in this material.
Reasons for the formation of papillomas
The main causes of growth are the penetration of various strains of the human papillomavirus into the body. A type 16 virus is considered dangerous in women between the ages of 18 and 31. We'll talk about that later.
Viruses of 16 types in women, 18 or 31 types in women are only a small part of the varieties discovered 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 its external manifestations and the complexity of papilloma treatment largely depend on the nature of the human papillomavirus in women.
The virus can enter in different ways:
- Sexual contacts.The potentially most dangerous way as it transmits 31 types of virus as well as type 16 viruses in women and 18 years of age. Many people think that if you use condoms, the manifestation of HPV is impossible. Indeed, this is a delusion as the condom cannot fully protect against HPV. What can we say about unprotected oral and anal sex, as well as the practice of nontraditional relationships?
- Contact and household.The second most popular way for women to get an infection into their bodies. These are the usual handshakes, hugs and kisses as well as the use of common hygiene articles, various tools, etc. This transmission path is possible if there are injuries, small wounds or scratches on the body.
Papilloma 16 types in women, 18 and 31, are dangerous for their oncogenicity. That said, the chances of encountering cancerous tumors are much higher if a type 18 virus has been detected in women aged 16 or 31.
The fact that a virus is present in the body, even if it is of type 16, 18 or 31, does not guarantee the obligatory manifestation of papillomas and, most importantly, the development of cancer. The development of HPV in a woman's body is influenced by the general condition and immune system.
There are special groups of risk factors that increase the likelihood of infection:
- Too early initiation of an active sexual life. According to statistics, women become infected with HPV in most cases before the age of 25.
- Regular partner change.
- Frequent abortions. It's not uncommon for intercourse to end in unwanted pregnancy. The best remedy for many is abortion. However, they disrupt the internal structure of the genitals, which greatly simplifies 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 just an outward manifestation of the virus that is in a woman's body. Some papillomas only cause cosmetic defects. Therefore, their removal is a simple need to get rid of the growths that spoil the woman's appearance. However, there are situations when it is imperative for a girl to consult a doctor for a full consultation and to reveal all the details of the presence of a virus in the body.
So it happened that papillomas are more dangerous in women than in men. And here not only viruses of 31 types in women, 18 or 16 play a role.
According to statistics, the likelihood of developing malignant neoplasms is higher in the fairer sex. Therefore, it is imperative to cure papillomas. The papilloma detected in women is a signal for an early visit to the doctor.
Which doctor treats papillomas? It depends on where exactly the growths originated. If it is genital papillomas that affect the genitals and intimate area, then you should go to the gynecologist.
It is difficult to independently determine the growth on internal organs, so a full diagnosis of the body may be required. If warts appear on the skin, see a dermatologist first.
Views
Several groups of neoplasms are relevant for women:
- Flat papillomas.Usually, flat papillomas affect the cervix and its epithelium.
- body warts.They are caused by exposure to the safest strains of viruses.
- Inverted.Similar to the signs of flat growth. Cancer precursors of the cervix are often diagnosed with such neoplasms;
- showed.Usually found on the outer labia and in areas traumatized by sex. New warts can appear near individual growths, after which they fuse into a single neoplasm. It looks like a cauliflower.
Micropapillomatosis in women manifests itself somewhat differently. In general, such a phenomenon is considered the norm. However, if the signs show in the photo, it is important to check the papillomatosis for infection. Micropapillomatosis affects the labia (labia minora) and manifests itself as multiple small growths.
Consequences
Only a doctor should prescribe symptoms and treatment. The specialist can determine based on the appearance of the neoplasm, the treatment and the type of drug to be used.
Many women who see growth in themselves panic because they fear complications in the form of cancer. In fact, the percentage of such cases is insignificant and is caused only by gross violations in the treatment or care of neoplasms. If you do everything right, do not injure or tear off the growth, the chance of complications is minimal.
But what consequences can human papilloma viruses have for female representatives?
- In most cases there are no complications. Because the immune system is strengthened, sometimes it is not even necessary to remove neoplasms. They dissolve on their own.
- One of the possible dangers is reproductive disorders.
- Another complication that HPV can cause is having trouble trying to get pregnant.
- The biggest threat is the development of cancer.
To avoid unpleasant consequences, you need to regularly consult a doctor and conduct appropriate tests if signs of HPV are detected. If there are no outward signs of a virus, there is still no need to check for the presence.
Practice shows that many women have HPV in a latent state, that is, it does not manifest itself in any way. This period can range from several weeks from the time of infection to several years. It is not uncommon for growths not to form throughout life, despite the presence of a virus in the body.
Treatment
Every papilloma in women must be treated. Another question is whether women need removal treatment or whether gentler methods can be dispensed with.
Let's look at different treatment options:
- Treatment with folk remedies.It is recommended to apply folk remedies treatment only when removing undergrowth. It is impossible to deal with genital warts or in areas of thin skin by such methods without consulting a doctor.
- Removal of papillomas.Relevant in cases where multiple growths appear, they interfere with normal life or cause physical discomfort. After the papilloma is removed, the burning sensation is a normal reaction, especially when it comes to cryodestruction or electrocoagulation. Laser therapy and radiosurgery are preferred but are more expensive.
- Gentle treatment of papillomas with medication.The aim is to boost immunity and suppress the virus. These can be tablets, injections, or topical ointments for the affected area.
If a woman is faced with papillomas, it is imperative that you consult a doctor. He will give specific recommendations, depending on the current situation and the features of the course of the disease.