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. These neoplasms can appear in several places in the human body.
As you know, not all warts are safe. There are some types of skin lesions that require immediate removal. This is necessary to avoid further complications.
Wart 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 (seen on the feet);
- sharp (condyloma);
- filiform (acrocords);
- flat.
common warts
These neoplasms usually have a diameter that does not exceed 1 cm. They are quite dense tumors, with an irregular surface and well-defined borders. A skin lesion belonging to this species is characterized by the following characteristics:
- rounded shape;
- yellow to dark gray color;
- Common warts are often seen on the elbows, fingers, knees, lips, and other areas of the body that are often injured.
Sometimes the formations go away on their own, but in most cases they require long-term treatment.
plantar warts
Such consequences are named after their location. They are on the feet, they are convex in shape, but due to the constant pressure generated by the weight of the human body, they can become flat. The formation is surrounded by a layer of keratinized skin.
Plantar growths can be uncomfortable and painful. This type of benign lesion differs from calluses in that small drops 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 sharp nodules that are interconnected. Its surface may be white or red, sometimes bleeding and causing pain.
Pointed benign neoplasms usually appear in the mucous membrane, at the sites of their transition to the skin. In the future they grow, they become big. As a result, tumor-like growths are formed.
filiform warts
This formation in the skin is named after its shape. Threadlike warts are narrow and long. The locations of your location are as follows:
- face;
- neck;
- lips.
Externally, the filamentous formations resemble a broken thread. They can appear on a person's body of any age, but are often seen in older people. As they develop, the filamentous formations change their appearance:
- At first, the acrocords look like small bumps on the skin. For that reason, they can easily be mistaken for a mole.
- Afterwards, the nodule increases in size, acquiring an elongated shape. In some cases, the acrochords are round but still have a thin stem.
- In consistency, the formation is elastic and relatively dense. As a rule, its length does not exceed 5 mm, however, there are cases in which the acrochord is more than 1 cm.
Some people have multiple body formations that grow together. Thus, they resemble a rooster's comb in appearance. The acrocords can be brown in color or remain the color of the skin. Sometimes they itch.
flat warts
These formations are flat nodules to the touch. They stand out for their yellow-brown color and are usually located on the eyelids and face. These nodules are common in children, but they can also appear in older people. These benign neoplasms do not tend to develop into malignant tumors. This type of growth is extremely rare.
Flat warts rise slightly above the surface of the skin. They are characterized by a smooth surface and clear edges. A differential is the absence of keratinized skin, which preserves softness and shine. These formations are located on the face, leg, back of the hand.
Addendum!In case of neoplasms in the body, you should definitely seek advice from a dermatologist. He alone can establish exactly what nature they have. This will eliminate the development of malignant skin tumors.
senile warts
There is another type of benign formation that arises in the human body, which can be distinguished into a separate category. Its features are as follows:
- senile warts (seborrheic keratosis) appear exclusively in the elderly and do not require treatment;
- they are usually located on the skin, which is often covered with clothing and are rarely seen on the hands and face;
- such neoplasms develop from the epidermis.
The elements of seborrheic keratosis are usually multiple. Clinical manifestations depend on the time of development and location. The first elements are small flat pink or yellow patches with clear edges as well as a verrucous surface.
They resemble oily scabs on the skin, which can be easily removed. These crusts are later compacted, streaked with cracks. Over time, they change into a mushroom, turning black or dark brown.
The formations have a soft consistency, their boundaries may not be completely clear, even jagged. However, they are similar to melanoma. In some cases, there is a dome-shaped form of seborrheic keratosis elements.
Addendum!In the presence of senile warts, it is recommended to significantly increase the amount of vitamin C that enters the body. Helps prevent new blemishes from appearing. However, it is necessary to remember that excess vitamin C can lead to some changes in the functioning of the stomach, in addition to contributing to the appearance of kidney stones.
The choice of treatment depends on what types of warts are being treated. One way or another, this process must not be left to chance. Timely contact with the dermatologist will allow the patient to undergo the procedure to remove the skin formations easily and without complications. In addition, warts can be confused with malignancies, the treatment of which definitely does not need to be delayed.