Faced with the formation of neoplasms in the genital area, patients often prefer to hush up this circumstance, embarrassed to contact a specialist with such a delicate problem.
This is especially dangerous from the point of view that genital papillomas quite often transform into malignant tumors, provoking the development of an oncological process. Consider the main localization sites, causes and methods of treating papillomas on the genitals.
What causes papillomas in intimate places
Papillomas on the genitals are exclusively of viral origin and are associated with human infection with the "papillomavirus". Absolutely anyone can become a carrier of this viral agent, even carefully monitoring their own hygiene. The fact is that infection occurs directly - by contact, with a simple touch on the skin of the carrier of the virus, 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. Against the background of the fact that, on average, about 85% of the world's population suffer from the papillomavirus, infection becomes almost inevitable.
Despite this, not all carriers are faced with the problem of the formation of neoplasms. 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 ultimately causes hyperplasia. For the development of skin manifestations of genital papillomas, certain conditions are required:
- Weakened immunity;
- Injuries and damage to the mucous membrane of the genital organs;
- Hormonal failure 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 merge to form lobed structures resembling cauliflower. The color of such neoplasms ranges from light pink to bright red. In medicine, such epithelial growths are also called genital warts. Localization of warts in representatives of different sexes is somewhat different.
Papillomas in an intimate place in men:
- Papillomas on the head of the penis;
- Papillomas on the hollow member (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 labia;
- Papillomas in the vagina;
- Papillomas of the cervix;
- Papillomas in the uterus;
- Papillomas in the anus.
The formation of genital warts in the intimate zone carries several dangers, the main of which is malignant degeneration. The fact is that some types of the virus are oncogenic, integrating into the carrier 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 provoke cancer.
In many countries, a vaccination system for the fair sex has been introduced, which helps to significantly reduce risks, however, preventing such a phenomenon is difficult because the symptoms of papilloma in women on the internal genital organs may not appear for a long time. As a result, a neoplasm is usually detected during a gynecological examination.
Vaginal papillomas make themselves felt with minor bleeding and discomfort during intercourse, which reduces the quality of the patient's sexual life. In addition, this phenomenon may be characterized by a burning sensation and soreness during urination, as well as abundant vaginal discharge.
Papilloma on the labia often gives rise to 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 places 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 humid environment creates conditions that prevent the rapid healing of the wound surface.
Diagnosis of genital papillomas
Often, to make a final diagnosis, it is enough for a specialist to conduct a thorough physical examination, however, confirmation is carried out using PCR diagnostics, which allows detecting the papilloma virus in the patient's blood. In addition, depending on the localization of the neoplasm, additional diagnostic measures can be carried out:
- Anoscopy;
- ureteroscopy;
- Histological examination;
- Colposcopy.
How to treat papillomas in intimate places
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 be prescribed only 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 excision;
- laser correction;
- Electrocoagulation;
- Surgical excision.
The best method for eliminating genital papillomas is laser therapy, which is carried out by evaporating the neoplasm with a directed laser beam. The procedure takes only a few minutes and does not cause significant discomfort to the patient, since it involves the use of local anesthesia. In the process of manipulation, the specialist gets the opportunity to control the depth of exposure, which guarantees 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 tissues. The opening of bleeding during laser therapy is excluded, since 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 effectiveness and painlessness of the procedure, which is carried out using the latest laser equipment.