Faced with the formation of neoplasms in the genital area, patients often prefer to keep silent about this circumstance, they are ashamed to contact a specialist with such a delicate problem.
This is especially dangerous from the point of view that genital papillomas quite often turn into malignant tumors, causing the development of an oncological process. Consider the main localization sites, causes and methods of treatment of papillomas on the genitals.
What causes papillomas on intimate parts
Genital papillomas are exclusively viral in origin and are associated with human infection with the "papilloma virus". Absolutely anyone can become a carrier of this viral agent, even carefully monitoring their 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 sexual mechanism of transmission of the virus is the most active and provides 100% infection through unprotected sexual contact. In the context of the fact that, on average, about 85% of the world's population suffers from the papillomavirus, infection becomes almost inevitable.
However, not all carriers face the problem of neoplasm formation. The virus can remain dormant for a long time without showing up. In this case, its active reproduction occurs in the basal layer of the epidermis, which eventually causes hyperplasia. For the development of skin manifestations of genital papillomas, it is necessary to create certain conditions:
- weakened immunity.
- Injuries and damage to the mucous membrane of the genital organs.
- Hormonal deficiency or chronic diseases associated with endocrine disorders.
- The presence of bad habits.
- Stress, overwork, neuro-emotional stress.
- Strong infectious or inflammatory process.
Genital papilloma types and risk
Most papillomas in the intimate area look like pointed papillae that can merge to form lobulated cauliflower-like structures. The color of such neoplasms ranges from light pink to bright red. In medicine, such epithelial growths are also called genital warts. Locating warts in representatives of different sexes is somewhat different.
Papillomas in an intimate part in men:
- Papillomas on the head of the penis.
- Papillomas on the hollow member (directly on the body of the instrument).
- Papillomas on the surface of the scrotum.
- Papillomas in the anus.
Papillomas in an intimate part in women:
- Papillomas on the lips.
- Papillomas in the vagina.
- Cervical papillomas?
- Papillomas in the uterus.
- Papillomas in the anus.
The formation of genital warts in the intimate zone carries several risks, the main of which is malignant degeneration. The fact is that some types of the virus are oncogenic and integrate into the genome of the carrier. 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 has been introduced for the fairer sex, which contributes to a significant reduction in risks, however, preventing such a phenomenon is difficult because the symptoms of papilloma in women on the internal genitalia may not appear for a long timespace. As a result, a neoplasm is usually detected during a gynecological examination.
Vaginal papillomas are felt with slight 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 abundant vaginal discharge.
Papilloma on the lips often causes complexes and self-doubt, which is associated with the aesthetic component of the genitals. It should also be understood that even benign neoplasms in intimate parts can be injured during sexual intercourse, urination or active movement. The risk of mechanical damage to the genital papillae lies in the possibility of severe bleeding and infection. In addition, a moist environment creates conditions that prevent rapid healing of the wound surface.
Genital papilloma diagnosis
Often, to make a final diagnosis, it is enough for the specialist to conduct a thorough physical examination, but confirmation is carried out using PCR diagnostics, which allow the detection of the papilloma virus in the patient's blood. In addition, depending on the localization of the neoplasm, additional diagnostic measures can be performed:
- Review?
- ureteroscopy?
- Histology;
- 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. Medicines and procedures should only be prescribed by a specialist. Also, a mandatory step in the treatment of papillomas is the removal of neoplasms, which can be done in the following ways:
- cryodestruction?
- Radio wave resection?
- Laser correction;
- Electrocoagulation?
- Surgical resection.
The best method to eliminate genital papillomas is laser therapy, which is carried out by vaporizing the neoplasm with a directed laser beam. The procedure takes only 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 the exposure, which guarantees the effectiveness of the method and reduces the likelihood of relapses.
The undoubted advantage of laser destruction is the antiseptic properties of the beam, as well as the stimulation of regenerative processes in tissues. Bleeding during laser treatment 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 of the medical center guarantee the efficiency and painless procedure, which is carried out using the latest laser equipment.