Faced with the formation of neoplasms in the genital area, patients often prefer to silence this circumstance, embarrassed to go to a specialist with such a delicate problem.
This is especially dangerous from the point of view of the fact that genital papillomas quite often turn into malignant tumors, provoking the development of an oncological process. Consider the main sites of localization, causes and methods of treatment of 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 by carefully monitoring their 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 when 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 population suffers 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 inactive for a long time without manifesting itself. 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, the creation of certain conditions is necessary:
- Weakened immunity;
- Injury 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 cauliflower-like lobed structures. The color of such neoplasms varies from light pink to bright red. In medicine, such epithelial growths are also called genital warts. The localization of warts in representatives of different sexes is slightly 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 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 carries several dangers, the main one of which is malignant degeneration. The fact is that some types of viruses are oncogenic, integrating into the vector 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, preventing such a phenomenon is difficult because the symptoms of papilloma in women on the internal genital organs may not manifest themselves 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 sex life. In addition, this phenomenon can be characterized by a burning sensation and pain when urinating, as well as abundant vaginal discharge.
Papilloma on the lips often gives rise to complexes and self-doubts, 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. Additionally, a moist environment creates conditions that prevent the wound surface from healing rapidly.
Diagnosis of genital papillomas
Often, to make a final diagnosis, it is enough for a specialist to carry out a thorough physical examination, but confirmation is performed using PCR diagnostics, which allows you to detect the papilloma virus in the patient's blood. Also, depending on the localization of the neoplasm, additional diagnostic measures can be performed:
- Anoscopy;
- ureteroscopy;
- Histological examination;
- colposcopy.
How to treat papillomas in intimate places
Treatment of genital warts involves the use of a number of measures aimed at strengthening immunity and weakening the viral agent. Medicines 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;
- Removal of radio waves;
- laser correction;
- electrocoagulation;
- Surgical excision.
The best method of eliminating genital papillomas is laser therapy, which is performed by evaporating the neoplasm with a direct laser beam. The procedure takes only a few minutes and does not cause significant inconvenience to the patient, as it involves the use of local anesthesia. In the process of manipulation, the specialist has the opportunity to control the depth of exposure, which ensures the effectiveness of the method and reduces the likelihood of relapse.
The indisputable advantage of laser destruction is the antiseptic properties of the beam, as well as the stimulation of regenerative processes in the tissues. The opening of bleeding 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 of the medical center guarantee the effectiveness and painlessness of the procedure, which is performed using the most modern laser equipment.