Faced with the formation of neoplasms in the genital area, patients often prefer to silence this circumstance, ashamed to contact a specialist with such a delicate problem.
This is especially dangerous from the point of view that genital papillomas often turn into malignant tumors, triggering the development of an oncological process. Consider the main places of location, causes and methods of treatment of papillomas on the genitals.
What causes papillomas in intimate places
Genital papillomas are exclusively of viral origin and are associated with human infection by the "papillomavirus". Absolutely anyone can become a carrier of this viral agent, even if you carefully monitor your own hygiene. The fact is that the infection occurs directly - by contact, with a simple touch on the skin of the virus carrier, as well as in the process of using common household items.
The virus's sexual transmission mechanism is the most active and provides 100% infection through unprotected sexual contact. Against the background of the fact that, on average, about 85% of the world's population suffers from the papillomavirus, infection becomes almost inevitable.
Despite this, not all carriers are faced with the problem of neoplasm formation. The virus can remain dormant for a long time without appearing. In this case, its active reproduction occurs in the basal layer of the epidermis, which ultimately causes hyperplasia. For the development of cutaneous manifestations of genital papillomas, it is necessary to create certain conditions:
- Weakened immunity;
- Injuries and damage to the mucous membrane of Organs genitals;
- Hormonal insufficiency or chronic diseases associated with endocrine disorders;
- The presence of bad habits;
- Stress, overwork, neuro-emotional stress;
- Strong infectious or inflammatory process.
Types and danger of papillomas on the genitals
Most papillomas in the intimate area look like pointed papillae that can fuse together to form lobulated structures that resemble cauliflower. The color of such neoplasms varies from light pink to bright red. In medicine, these epithelial growths are also called genital warts. The location of warts on representatives of different sexes is slightly different.
Papillomas in an intimate place in men:
- Papillomas on the head of the penis;
- Papillomas in the hollow limb (directly on the body of the organ);
- Papillomas on the surface of the scrotum;
- Papillomas in the anus.
Papillomas in an intimate place in women:
- Papillomas on the lips;
- Papillomas in the vagina;
- Papillomas of the cervix;
- Papillomas in the uterus;
- Papillomas in the anus.
The formation of genital warts in the intimate area brings several dangers, the main one being malignant degeneration. The fact is that some types of viruses are oncogenic, integrating into the carrier's genome. Such a process can lead to a precancerous condition or progressive oncology. This is especially true for cervical papillomas, which in 50% of cases cause cancer.
In many countries, a vaccination system for the fair sex has been introduced, which helps to significantly reduce the risks, however, it is difficult to prevent this phenomenon because the symptoms of papilloma in women on the internal genitals may not appear for a long time. As a result, a neoplasm is usually detected during a gynecological examination.
Vaginal papillomas manifest with minor bleeding and discomfort during sexual intercourse, which reduces the quality of the patient's sexual life. In addition, this phenomenon can be characterized by a burning sensation and pain during urination, as well as profuse vaginal discharge.
Papilloma on the lips often gives rise to complexes and doubts, which are associated with the aesthetic component of the genitals. It should also be understood that even benign neoplasms in intimate locations can be injured during sexual contact, urination or active movement. The danger of mechanical damage to genital papillomas lies in the likelihood of severe bleeding and infection. In addition, a moist environment creates conditions that prevent rapid healing of the wound surface.
Diagnosis of genital papillomas
Often, to make a final diagnosis, it is enough for a specialist to perform a thorough physical examination, but confirmation is made through PCR diagnosis, which allows detecting the papilloma virus in the patient's blood. In addition, depending on the location of the neoplasm, additional diagnostic measures can be carried out:
- Anoscopy;
- ureteroscopy;
- Histological examination;
- Colposcopy.
How to treat papillomas in intimate places
The treatment of genital warts involves the use of a set of measures aimed at strengthening immunity and weakening the viral agent. Medications and procedures should only be prescribed by a specialist. In addition, a mandatory step in the treatment of papillomas is the removal of neoplasms, which can be done in the following ways:
- cryodestruction;
- Radio wave excision;
- laser correction;
- Electrocoagulation;
- Surgical excision.
The best method to eliminate genital papillomas is laser therapy, which is performed by evaporating the neoplasm with a targeted laser beam. The procedure takes just a few minutes and does not cause significant discomfort to the patient as it involves the use of local anesthesia. In the manipulation process, the specialist has the opportunity to control the depth of exposure, which ensures the effectiveness of the method and reduces the likelihood of relapses.
The indisputable advantage of laser destruction is the antiseptic properties of the beam, as well as the stimulation of regenerative processes in the tissues. Bleeding opening during laser therapy is excluded, as the vessels undergo thermal coagulation.
Modern clinics offer their clients the removal of papillomas in intimate places with subsequent histological analysis. Experienced specialists from the medical center guarantee the effectiveness and painlessness of the procedure, which is performed with the most modern laser equipment.