The treatment of the papilloma virus is a complex technique to eliminate the symptoms of the infection, its causes, by surgical and therapeutic methods. Benign neoplasms - papillomas - can occur in different parts of the body or in mucous membranes. Most of the time, these formations are harmless, but there are situations in which their removal is necessary to prevent the degeneration of the formation in oncological tumor. That is why it is very important to treat HPV correctly, respecting all the recommendations of traditional medicine.
Medical therapy
It is not possible to completely cure the papilloma virus in a short time. To solve the problem, it is important to use antivirals and immunomodulators that prevent the spread of the disease and the malignancy of the formations formed. All drugs in the form of pills, injections or suppositories are prescribed to patients after diagnosis.
For the treatment of papillomavirus, drugs from the groups of immunostimulants, antivirals, homeopathy, drugs for tumor destruction and cytotoxic drugs are used. The first 3 groups of drugs can take various forms (pills, injections and others) and are used to fight the cause of the disease, and the last 2 groups are used to gradually remove the formed formations.
The purpose of using immunostimulants is to strengthen and activate the body's protective functions, to promote the synthesis of antibodies that will fight viruses and infections. If you use immunostimulants in combination with antiviral drugs, the effect of the latter will be many times greater.
The effectiveness of the immunomodulators used to treat HPV will depend on the individual reactions of the patient's body and the treatment complex of which they are a part. But in most cases, with a marked papillomavirus clinic and the use of immunomodulators, the disease becomes regressive and may even disappear completely.
| Active ingredient | Pharmaceutical Group |
|---|---|
| Taurine, benzocaine, interferon | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs. Interferons |
| Interferon | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs. Interferons |
| Echinacea purpurea juice | Medicines that correct immunological processes. Medicines that stimulate immune processes |
| Affinity-purified antibodies to human gamma interferon | Homeopathic medicines |
| Lyophilized bacterial lysate: Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Klebsiella ozaenae, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus viridans, Streptococcus pyogenes, Moraxella catarrhalis. | Medicines that correct immunological processes. Medicines that stimulate immunity processes |
| Affinity purified human gamma antibodies, affinity purified histamine antibodies, affinity purified CD4 antibodies | Antiviral, antihistamine |
| Sodium deoxyribonucleate | Medicines that correct immunological processes. Medicines that stimulate immune processes |
| Human gamma interferon (recombinant) | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs. Interferons |
| Mixture of bacterial lysates (Streptococcus pneumoniae, type I + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type II + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type III + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type V + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type VIII + Streptococcus pneumoniae | Other immunomodulators |
| Oxyethylammonium methylphenoxyacetate | Medicines that correct immunological processes. Medicines that stimulate immune processes |
| Inosine pranobex (inosiplex) | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs.
Antiviral drugs from other groups |
| Polyoxonium | Medicines that correct immunological processes. Medicines that stimulate immune processes |
| Activated glycyrrhizic acid | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents.
Antiviral drugs. Antiviral drugs from other groups |
Removal of papillomas by surgical methods
I can resort to exclusion
Some papillomas that appear on the body do not cause any discomfort to the person, while others are able to grow, creating aesthetic defects and physical inconveniences. In case of discomfort of the papilloma, it is always removed, but it is worth removing the formations, if its aspect does not bring any inconvenience, it is necessary to understand each case.
Cauterization with liquid nitrogen
The most acceptable way to eliminate papillomas today is the method of burning them with liquid nitrogen or freezing. The technique can be performed using a hardware method using a cryoprobe or manually, which is most often practiced in cosmetology rooms.
To use the hardware freeze destruction technique, special equipment is required.
Cryodestruction is carried out in the following steps:
- In the preparatory stage, for patients with a low pain threshold level or with a large area of papilloma growth, the nitrogen exposure zone is anesthetized with local anesthetic solutions. In other cases, patients are advised to take any pain reliever orally 1 hour before the procedure.
- In the stage of direct freezing or freezing, liquid nitrogen is applied to the papilloma area. In this case, the validity period for 1 point is only a few seconds, so in 5 minutes you can freeze up to 40 papillomas in the body. Before freezing, the patient is warned of a possible tingling sensation at the site of nitrogen application at the time of freezing.
- In the final stage, the skin treatment area with liquid nitrogen is disinfected with disinfectants.
The need for free destruction in each case is determined by the attending physician. If the patient is at risk of degeneration of the malignant papilloma, removal should be performed. The factors that influence the need for free destruction are:
- mechanical damage to the neoplasm;
- decreased level of immunity of the patient;
- use of oral contraceptives;
- bad habits of the patient;
- location of growths in places that are regularly injured in the life process.
Cryodestruction is also indicated in case of aesthetic and physical discomfort of the patient due to the presence of papilloma in the body.
The main contraindications for using the freezing method are acute infections in the patient's body, inflammatory processes in Organs internal organs, atypical types of neoplasms, pathological intolerance to cold. Possible complications after the removal of warts with liquid nitrogen can be scarring and tissue pigmentation at the site of the cryostat application.
Ointments and lotions
In today's pharmacies you can buy many special lotions and ointments to remove papillomas in the most delicate areas of the skin.
It is necessary to use ointments for cauterization of education only with complex virus therapy, which should be performed with the aid of immunomodulators in tablets and antivirals.
Multivitamins, which will improve the state of the immune system and your readiness to produce protective antibodies against the virus, will not interfere in this case.
The most affordable ointment that can defeat papilloma is an ointment that contains salicylic acid, which has keralotic, bactericidal and restorative effects on the affected tissue. The agent is applied punctually to the affected area, without affecting the surrounding healthy tissues, which can be burned with it.
At any pharmacy you can also find ready-made solutions for the removal of papillomas. With the help of these solutions, it will be necessary to make lotions, which will lead to the death of the pathogenic microflora in the skin area and eliminate the papilloma.
Surgical method
Surgical removal of tumors refers to the physical removal of papillomas with a scalpel.
Removal surgery is indicated by doctors if the size of the neoplasia exceeds 3 centimeters in diameter.
When performing the manipulation, the surgeon first disinfects the area around the tumor and the tumor itself with the aid of disinfectants, then performs the manipulations with local anesthesia and proceeds with the direct excision of the neoplasia. After removal of the papilloma, it must be sent for histological examination to determine the oncological character in its cells. 2 weeks after the operation, the wound under the removed wart is completely tightened and healed.
The main indications for papilloma surgery are:
- great formations, their deep and flat views;
- the need for urgent elimination of the papilloma;
- malignancy of the papilloma;
- inadmissibility of other methods to remove education.
The main advantages of classic papillomas excision are the complete elimination of the problem in 1 operation, low probability of recurrence in this case, safe handling, absence of a large list of contraindications to the procedure and an acceptable price for mostof patients.
Among the disadvantages of surgical removal of papillomas, one can notice the appearance of a scar at the excision site, sometimes a keloid scar, a long period of post-surgical rehabilitation, the refusal of exposure to ultraviolet radiation and theinvasiveness of the procedure. In addition, complications of the operation can rarely occur in the form of redness, itching, scarring at the excision site and increased body temperature.
Laser removal
The gold standard of modern medicine in the removal of neoplasms is represented by the laser removal of papillomas. Until recently, the removal of papillomas left scars, but today the laser technique allows to preserve the beauty of the skin without visible changes.
The basis of laser therapy for papillomas is vaporization, that is, the beam's ability to cauterize tissue and evaporate vital moisture from its surface. The devices allow to measure the duration and intensity of exposure to the skin's rays, depending on the nature of the neoplasm.
The laser removal procedure itself occurs in several stages:
- first, the doctor performs a dermatoscopy and determines the type of laser to be used;
- the exposure site is treated with local anesthetics;
- laser removal session lasts several minutes;
- at the end of the procedure, the exhibition site is disinfected and a sterile dressing is applied, if contact with clothing in this area is possible;
- the patient outside the clinic offers wound rehabilitation care.
After laser removal of papillomas, patients are prohibited from sunbathing, visiting swimming pools and spa centers, bathing or using any cosmetics in the scar area.
These restrictions are temporary and are negotiated by the specialist and the patient before leaving the hospital.
Laser removal has a series of contraindications, both relative and absolute, determined in each case. Most of the time, the technique is not intended for diabetes mellitus, the presence of herpes, fever, flu and acute respiratory viral infections, diseases of Organs hematopoietic organs.
Traditional methods
Herbs
Since ancient times, using various herbal infusions, healers have destroyed all manifestations of papillomatosis. Many recipes have survived until today, as they are remarkable in their effectiveness and in the absence of negative effects on the body.
A popular folk remedy for HPV is absinthe tincture. With its help, you can get rid of formations on the entire surface of the body. The most important thing is to know exactly when and how to harvest the herb for the medicine.
Absinthe must be harvested in a certain way. The most useful in this herb are leaves and flowers, but the thick stem is not suitable for tincture. Less commonly, for medical purposes, it is advisable to remove the wormwood root from the soil. All parts of the harvested plants are washed and placed on a flat surface for drying. During the drying process, the grass must be turned periodically to avoid drying. The finished dried herb is stored in a dry glass jar with a tight lid.
The tincture prepared against wormwood papillomas will not only eliminate this problem, but will also eliminate pathogenic microflora, in addition to having a beneficial effect on the human stomach.
The course of tincture for papillomatosis is at least 2 weeks, after which there is an interruption in treatment. Each of the possible tinctures is taken orally, 5 drops at 6 times a day.
Absinthe tincture can be prepared in oil, alcohol or cognac. For oil tincture, you need 25 grams of wormwood seeds and 0. 5 cups of olive oil. The seeds are crushed in a coffee grinder and placed in a scalded glass container with boiling water. On top, the seeds are poured with oil, everything is mixed and covered with a tight lid. The mixture is infused for three days in a cool place, filtered and ready for use.
The alcohol tincture is prepared with 100 grams of wormwood powder based on crushed plant leaves in a blender and 0. 5 liters of vodka. Everything is mixed and infused in glass for 10-14 days, then filtered and used as instructed. The tincture should be stored in the refrigerator.
To prepare a tincture of absinthe with brandy, you will need 50 grams of chopped plant root and a glass of brandy. The ingredients are mixed and sent to the water bath for evaporation for 30 minutes. Then, the product is filtered and sent to a dark place for 5 days.
In addition, for the treatment of papillomas, you can prepare an infusion of herbs for which horsetail, lemon balm, dandelion roots, plantains and nettle are mixed in equal proportions (1teaspoon each). The mixture is crushed, and then 3 tablespoons of herbs are poured with a liter of boiling water and all this is boiled for 10 minutes over low heat. After the infusion is removed from the heat, it should be insisted for several hours.
The ready tincture is used before meals for ¼ glass for 7 days. The tool strengthens the immune system, which, in turn, promotes the self-absorption of papillomas.
Refrigerant for cure
Baking soda has long been used to treat many skin problems at home, including papillomas. A characteristic of soda is its ability to alkalinize an acidic environment, which provokes the strengthening of immunity, elimination of toxins, creates unfavorable conditions for bacteria and pathogenic microbes. As a result, viruses in the body stop multiplying and die. The antiseptic and disinfectant effect of soda is also known, which is also useful in the treatment of papillomas. The soft drink is able to soften tissues, eliminate the symptoms of the virus and its manifestation - education. The coolant for the treatment of HPV is used internally, in the form of inhalations and local lotions.
To prevent tumor malignancy and neoplasm degeneration in cancer, some traditional healers suggest drinking a soda solution with milk. It is prepared with 1 cup of hot boiled milk and ¼ teaspoon of baking soda. A solution is used three times a day, with each subsequent ingestion, the mass fraction of the soda increases slightly until its concentration in the milk reaches 1 tablespoon. However, drinking milk solution with soda is not allowed for those who have pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract.
Before using this prescription, it is best to consult a doctor.
Inhaling sodium bicarbonate is a milder immunostimulating technique. To inhale, boil 1 liter of water, add 3 teaspoons of soda to the boiling water, mix, fold the pot, place a towel over your head to prevent the steam from escaping and breathe in the soda vapors until the water cools. Inhalations are carried out several times a day for 5 days.
Washing powder
Powder soap acts on the skin in a dry way - removes moisture, leads to drying and gradual cell death. This property is very useful for removing papillomas at home. It is the moisture inside the cancer cells that contributes to its vital activity and, if it stops flowing, the wart dries up and disappears.
The most common method of treating papillomas with washing powder is night application in the area of cancer. After bathing, the papilloma area is moistened and rubbed thoroughly with washing powder, without damaging the accumulation.
After applying a thick layer of soap, you should wait until it dries and you can go to bed. In the morning, the soap is washed with pure water and in the evening the procedure is repeated.
Specificity of treatment in women
Injury to internal and external genitals
In modern medicine, papillomatosis therapy in women is carried out according to several methods, but it is still impossible to completely eliminate HPV from the body. Therefore, any treatment is aimed at the individual elimination of clinical signs of the disease.
In the treatment of HPV of women's internal and external genitals, there are many similarities. The only difference is that when neoplasms are detected in the external genitalia, specialists can prescribe immunomodulators in one direction, and with HPV in the internal genitalia (mucous membranes), stronger drugs are used to prevent the development of oncopathology.
The treatment of genital papillomatosis in women can be carried out by destructive and therapeutic methods. The required method must be selected by an expert in each specific case.
Intraductal papillomas
Due to the fact that intraductal papillomas are considered by specialists as precancerous diseases of the mammary glands, a characteristic of their treatment is the use of exclusively surgical methods. In the case of papillary cystadenoma, surgeons perform a sectoral resection of the mammary glands, while removing tissues with modified ducts. Such an operation is performed by means of a periareolar incision, which allows the future to preserve both the shape and the size of the breast without the use of mammoplasty.
If a woman is diagnosed with intraductal papillary cancer, radical mastectomy will be used as treatment.
To prevent oncology in the mammary gland, doctors recommend regular mammological examinations, the treatment of mastopathy in the early stages and special attention to the painless and inflammatory pathologies of the female genital region.
Treatment for men
The treatment of HPV with manifestations in the male genitals is done with medications and surgical means. Drug therapy, in this case, is designed to suppress the virus, introduce it into an anabiotic state and help to strengthen the immune system.
Even small papillomas on the male genitals do not disappear on their own, so it is common to remove them surgically:
- by electrocoagulation using electric current;
- by freezing with liquid nitrogen - freezing;
- using a laser;
- by the method of radiosurgery - a non-contact method based on exposure to radio waves of a certain frequency;
- by the cauterization method with special chemical solutions;
- conventional surgical excision with a scalpel;
- using ointments that can remove build-up.
The method of removing papillomas in the male genitals is selected individually, depending on the characteristics of the course of the infection. All of the above methods of destruction are recognized by doctors as reliable and can be performed without the use of general anesthesia.
What to do if the papilloma is damaged
In case of damage to the papilloma surface, an inflammatory process can begin in the affected tissues. Externally, this will manifest itself in a change in the color of the growth, swelling, redness, burning and itching of the formation. An ichor, mixed with pus or an unpleasant-smelling serous fluid, begins to ooze from the wound. If the state of immunity is satisfactory, soon the laceration site will dry and there will be no deviations. Otherwise, there is a risk of a malignant tumor.
Serious trauma (burns, scrapes, scrapes) can cause the spread of HPV to adjacent tissues and the growth of new lesions. This process is even more subject to oncological degeneration.
If the papilloma is still damaged, it is necessary to quickly apply a sterile dressing or cotton swab, previously moistened in a 3% hydrogen peroxide solution, and keep the application for at least 10-15 minutes. After the blood stops, the wound is treated with alcohol to disinfect the skin surface and prevent infections and fungi from entering the wound. In the absence of alcohol, disinfection is done with iodine or bright green, although these features in the future will interfere with monitoring the condition of the wound.
In case of significant bleeding due to damage to the papilloma, trauma to the angioma is diagnosed - proliferation of benign blood vessels. Damage to angioma is not dangerous; as a result of this pathology, oncology does not develop.
Where to go in case of illness
If you find several skin formations in the first stage, you need to see a dermatologist. This doctor will make the necessary diagnosis, establish the type of virus and determine the future actions of the patient.
Most of the time, dermatologists are of the opinion that the sooner the papilloma is removed, the lower the risk of developing dangerous consequences, but everything is individual. The dermatologist will tell the patient which specialist should perform the withdrawal and which technique in this particular case is best to prefer. The doctor will also determine the regimen for further treatment, after which it will be possible to consult the surgeon.
In the case of papillomas in the genital region, a dermatologist should be consulted. If the formations are located in the anus, the proctologist will take care of the treatment of this pathology. In the case of papillomas in the mucous membranes of Organs otorhinolaryngologists or in the oral cavity, the patient is referred to the otorhinolaryngologist. Genital papillomas in men are treated by a urologist or dermatovenerologist and, in women, a gynecologist deals with these problems.