Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common viral agents on Earth.
According to medical statistics, from 80% to 90% of all people on the planet are carriers of HPV, many of whom are not even aware of the presence of papillomavirus in their own body. This is due to the fact that, penetrating into the patient's blood, HPV can remain in a latent (inactive) state for a long time, slowly affecting the basal cells of the epidermis, while not manifesting itself visually. We will try to consider the mechanisms of infection and the symptoms of the disease, and also figure out how to cure the human papillomavirus quickly and effectively.
How is human papillomavirus transmitted?
Answering the current question of how you can become infected with the human papillomavirus, it is imperative to mention three main mechanisms for the penetration of the viral agent into the body:
- Contact way- by direct contact with the wearer's epidermis. The risk group is massage therapists, cosmetologists, dermatologists, etc. ;
- Mediated (household) mechanism- involves the transmission of the papilloma virus through household items - a towel, a hairbrush, public transport handrails, etc. ;
- Sexual route- unprotected sexual contact with an infected person, provides an almost one hundred percent probability of papillomavirus penetration into the body, while such subtypes of the agent as human papillomavirus type 31 in women can be transmitted even when using a condom.
Human papillomavirus symptoms in men and women may not appear until certain conditions or conditions occur. Such factors are considered secondary causes of papillomavirus:
- Decreased immune function;
- Violation of the integrity of the skin - injuries, microcracks, scratches, wounds, etc. ;
- Stress and neuro-emotional overwork;
- Weakening of the body against the background of an inflammatory or infectious process;
- Hormonal disorders;
- Violations of the rules of personal hygiene.
The only sign of the papilloma virus can be considered the formation of specific skin neoplasms, which are mostly benign, but require mandatory medical supervision. In the presence of at least one of the above factors, skin growths appear within 1-6 months after the initial infection of the patient. This is how long the incubation period of the papillomavirus lasts.
Why are different types of human papillomavirus dangerous?
In order to determine how to get rid of the human papillomavirus and whether it is worth carrying out therapeutic measures at all, we will figure out what this viral agent can be dangerous and how serious the consequences can be. Often people do not pay due attention to such skin growths as papillomas and warts, considering them harmless defects. Only a noticeable (frontal) localization of the neoplasm, which brings aesthetic problems, can push the patient to visit a specialist. Meanwhile, some types of human papillomavirus are considered precancerous conditions and can transform into malignant tumors.
Modern medicine has about 120 types of papilloma virus, which determine the localization, size and oncogenicity of the epidermal growth. We will try to figure out which types can be considered just an aesthetic defect, and which ones require immediate treatment:
- Papilloma virus 1, 2, 4 types.The viral agent leads to the formation of plantar warts, which can grow over time and spread to healthy tissues, making it difficult for the patient to move;
- Papillomavirus 2, 4, 26, 27, 29, 57 types.It provokes the formation of common or vulgar warts, which most often affect the skin of the hands.
- Papilloma virus 3, 10, 28, 49 types.It is the main reason for the appearance of flat warts, which most often affect children and adolescents, for which they received the second name - youthful;
- HPV type 7.Forms special papillomas on the hands of an infected person, which are called "butcher's warts";
- Papilloma virus 2, 3, 5, 8-10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 36, 37, 46, 47 and 50 types.A numerous group of viral agents that provoke epidermodysplasia veruciform, while being exceptionally benign formations;
- Human papillomavirus 6 and 11, as well as 42 and 54 types.A more dangerous group of HPV, which forms genital warts on the genitals and mucous membranes. Such growths can undergo malignant transformation;
- Papillomavirus 16, 18 and most subspecies 30-67 types.This group of viral agents has a high level of oncogenicity, which manifests itself in relation to the internal genital organs. So, papillomavirus type 33 in women, as well as papillomavirus type 18, provoke the formation of flat warts and dysplasia of the cervix, which can lead to cancer of the cervical canal;
- Papilloma virus type 51, as well as types 45, 52, 54, 56, 66, 68.Human papillomavirus type 52 and other aggressive agents of this group can cause cancer of the cervix or vagina, as well as cause oncology of the external genital organs and anus.
It should be understood that these are not all HPV subspecies known to science, but the varieties listed above can be confidently attributed to the most common.
How to determine the human papillomavirus in women and the stronger sex?
Diagnostics is an obligatory stage of visiting a doctor in case of the formation of papillomas on the skin or mucous membranes. This is due to the risk of confusing the papilloma with another skin problem. While in most cases asymptomatic, the human papillomavirus in women is often detected only with a planned or caused by another reason, a gynecological examination.
Skin growths can be differentiated with a simple examination, confirmed by microscopic analysis of epithelial scrapings. At the same time, the final diagnosis can be made only after PCR diagnostics, which makes it possible to establish the presence of the papilloma virus in the patient's blood. If a malignant course of genital papillomas is suspected, an additional test is often prescribed - a tissue biopsy.
Human papillomavirus - treatment
Answering the question of how to cure the papilloma virus, one should initially assume that simple removal of a skin neoplasm does not solve the problem once and for all, since the viral agent remains in the blood. Unfortunately, to date, medicine has not developed an effective method for completely cleansing the human body from the virus, however, strengthening immunity and rational hygienic care do not allow HPV to actively multiply and be accompanied by the formation of skin defects.
There are two main directions for removing papillomas of different localization:
- Treatment of the human papillomavirus with folk remedies;
- Hardware removal of benign neoplasms.
Treatment of papillomavirus with folk remedies
Folk recipes suggest the use of fresh celandine juice, as well as solutions of iodine and vinegar as agents that burn out papillomas. Such methods are based on a simple application of an agent to a neoplasm with its subsequent rejection. It should be remembered that this practice is of limited effectiveness and can lead to scarring or scarring. A more gentle option is the regular application of a garlic cut to the skin outgrowth, which may not provide the desired result, but certainly will not harm the patient's health.
The use of decoctions and infusions of herbs such as wormwood, dandelion, tricolor violet, etc. , allows you to strengthen the immune system and provide natural resistance to HPV. Treatment of the human papillomavirus at home can also be done with the help of special pharmacy ointments, creams and patches.
How to cure human papilloma with hardware methods
Modern medicine offers several effective hardware options for getting rid of the papilloma virus from a patient, however, laser destruction of neoplasms is considered the "gold standard" in this regard. The method is effective, painless and simple. The manipulation takes only a few minutes without affecting the surrounding epidermal structures. This approach will not only protect the patient from unwanted scars and scars, but also significantly reduce the likelihood of recurrence.
The multidisciplinary clinic offers its clients laser removal of papillomas and warts of any location using the latest medical equipment. The qualifications of our specialists are complemented by many years of experience and an individual approach to each client.