For many, papillomas on the neck are more of a cosmetic problem, so they decide to remove them to improve their appearance. But you should be aware that in the case of papillomatosis, there is a risk of developing undesirable and sometimes dangerous complications, so pathological treatment must be carried out by all means.
Reasons for education
The development of papillomas in any part of the body is caused by a special microbe called human papillomavirus (HPV). More than 100 microorganism stamps have been discovered and tested, and most of them have pathogenic properties. Some types of viruses have oncogenic properties, meaning they can lead to malignancies.
Papillomas in the neck and armpits are considered benign. The microorganism spreads in several ways:
- sexual - from a partner infected with the virus;
- vertical - from infected mother to fetus as it passes through the birth canal;
- contact and household - when using personal items, in case of contact. Pathogenic microorganisms are found in toys in groups of children, so in most cases, HPV, which leads to warts, penetrates the body even in the first years of life.
The virus penetrates easily through microtraumas on the skin: abrasions, cuts, abrasions. The infection is not symptomatic for a long time - the activity of the microorganism can be easily suppressed by the good work of the immune system. But with a pronounced weakening of the defenses and a number of other provocative factors, the pathogen virus penetrates the epithelial cells, becomes embedded in them, and causes excessive growth, which manifests itself in the appearance of growths in the body.
Provocative factors
The appearance of tumors in the viral neck is also explained by impaired blood circulation and special sensitivity of the skin at this site.
The main provoking factors that activate HPV include:
- decreased immune function;
- hypovitaminosis;
- chronic diseases of the digestive system;
- excessive exposure to ultraviolet radiation;
- dysbiosis;
- dysfunction of the hormonal system;
- psycho-emotional overload.
Why do papillomas appear more often on the neck than women? This is because women have particularly delicate skin and often use creams for body care that can clog pores and thus interfere with blood circulation.
Pathology rarely ends with the development of only one growth. The situation is that it contains an active virus, and any scratching and friction on the skin at this location leads to the release of microorganisms and infection of the surrounding tissues. That is, there may be a dozen viral tumors in the neck. This is especially true for children as they often scratch their skin.
The causes of underarm papillomas are women who wear tight underwear that compresses the body, disrupts blood flow, meaning all conditions are created that are suitable for the virus to develop and reproduce quickly.
HPV can be transmitted to other family members. Therefore, only individual towels, washcloths and other personal hygiene items should be used when tumors are detected. It is advisable to take measures that strengthen the immunity of all relatives - this will help prevent viral infection.
Views
Papillomas in the neck and armpits can be of different types, most commonly appearing as follows:
- filamentous tumors. . . At first, it is a slight rise above the skin yellowish in color, gradually elongating, and in the form of drops takes thin legs. The papilloma formed is pink or brown in color.
- flat bumps. . . They are small in size (a few millimeters) oval or circular, rising slightly above the body. The color of the neoplasms is practically no different from the surrounding healthy tissues. If such growths are relatively close, they can coalesce to form a papilloma with blurred boundaries.
- vulgar or simple papillomas (warts). . . These are round, noticeably rising above the skin of the bumps, which are often dark brown in color and can be more than 1 cm in diameter.
Papillomas on the neck, like other parts of the body, do not cause discomfort, so they occur very often when there are already several tumors. In some people, the growths can cover a large area of the neck, passing through the back, chest, and armpits. Of course, this does not seem aesthetic and makes it easier to remove papillomas on the neck quickly and without consequences.
Danger of papillomatosis
The causes and treatment of papilloma in the neck are determined by a dermatologist. Papillomavirus therapy is essential as many complications are not ruled out:
- damage to formations. Friction of clothing, scarves, chains in the neck area can damage growth, especially filiform papillomas. As a result, not only bleeding appears, but also healthy tissues become infected, and the addition of a secondary infection is not ruled out;
- inflammatory response. Improper hygiene, excessive sweating, and dirty collars on clothing cause growth to develop. They swell, are hyperemic, and have pain. Such a complication requires antibiotic therapy;
- degeneration of tumor cells into atypical cells. Cervical papillomas rarely become malignant, but this risk cannot be completely ruled out. Signs of a possible malignancy include darkening of the formation, the appearance of pain, sacral or purulent discharge, and a rapid increase in size.
How to get rid of papillomas on the neck, it is advisable to decide as soon as possible. The earlier papillomatosis is treated, the less likely it is that the growth will cover the entire body.
Management principles
If any formation appears on the neck, you should first consult a dermatologist. Treatment is selected only after thorough examination. It is impossible to completely remove HPV from the body, but with the proper functioning of the immune system, the virus is in a "dormant" state, meaning that it does not manifest in any way. To achieve this, you must treat chronic illnesses, take vitamin and mineral complexes, and, if necessary, take immune-correcting agents.
Antiviral systemic drugs are prescribed for papillomatosis if they tend to spread throughout the body or if relapses occur after successful treatment. Medications should be prescribed by a doctor as most of them can cause unwanted side effects.
With the early appeal of qualified medical care, papillomas on the neck can be easily removed by hardware methods, external devices. In some cases, traditional medicine is also effective.
Due to the sensitivity of the skin, not all solutions should be used on the neck and armpits.
Removal of viral formations on the skin is necessary if:
- papillomas are subjected to constant mechanical stress due to the collar of the pendulum, the friction of the scarves;
- the disease turns into papillomatosis, a term that means the appearance of a large number of growths;
- relapses occur several times a year.
Prior to removal of papillomas, the presence of cancer cells in the formations should be ruled out. If found, treatment is performed under the supervision of an oncologist.
Hardware methods for removing papillomas
The way and manner of removing papillomas from the neck depends on many factors. They take into account the patient's age, concomitant illnesses, tendency to scarring, and pain tolerance.
Today, there are a number of effective methods to help get rid of formations in one session. Surgical removal of papillomas in the neck and cryodestruction are practically not used. When you cut out growth with a scalpel, there is a risk of visible scars and infection. Cryodestruction (exposure to low temperatures) can burn fine skin. Therefore, we recommend that patients with cancer of viral etiology localized in the neck and armpits:
- laser therapy.The procedure is performed with a laser, its effect on the papilloma allows the removal of all atypical cells in layers. Laser therapy leaves no scars, the warts disappear completely in 5-7 days, gradually die, and clean, unchanged skin remains in place;
- electrocoagulation.To remove the growths, a high-frequency electric current is used, which is fed to a special instrument that cuts off the wart. The method is somewhat painful, so it is performed under local anesthesia in adults and under general anesthesia in young patients. The advantages of electrocoagulation are the ability to perform histological analysis, as the tumor is completely cut off immediately;
- radio wave therapy.A knife is used that emits radio waves. The method is extremely accurate and therefore excludes the involvement of healthy tissues and therefore there is no risk of scarring.
All hardware techniques for removing papillomas are performed on an outpatient basis. The procedure only takes a few minutes and the rehabilitation process takes place within a few days.
Drugs for viral formations on the skin
In case of contraindications to the hardware methods for wart removal, or if it is not possible to use them, the doctor may recommend the use of external antiviral agents: ointments, solutions. Their use suppresses the activity of viruses, kills microorganisms, leading to the gradual disappearance of formations.
At the same time, the use of ointments prevents infection of the surrounding tissues, which significantly reduces the risk of new warts on the neck and other parts of the body.
Cervical papillomas are often treated with pharmacy solutions that can kill or cauterize the tumors. But on the neck such funds should be used with caution as scars may remain on fine skin. It is best to use such medications if you have only one wart and no very visible area.
Read the instructions carefully before using pharmacy chemical solutions. With their help, warts can be easily removed, but burns to the skin and the formation of a nasty scar are likely in the future.
Folk methods
How to remove papillomas under the armpit and neck, know those who are well versed in traditional medicine. But such treatment methods, compared to hardware methods, have a significant disadvantage - in order to completely cleanse the skin from papillomas, they have to be used for several weeks or even months, sometimes the chosen agent is applied to the molds several times a day.
The antiviral properties are:
- Castor oil. They are lubricated by growing up to 5-7 times a day;
- Apple vinegar. It is used as a compress. A swab soaked in vinegar is applied to the wart, fixed and left for 3-5 hours;
- fresh celandine juice. The surface of the papillomas is smeared with fruit juice, but it is better to do this on vacation, as the application of the plant paints the skin orange;
- tea tree oil. They should process the accumulation three times a day;
- washing soap. The formations should be lubricated with moist soap up to 5 times a day and should not be washed off after application.
In addition, the use of folk remedies to enhance immunity is recommended. Doctors often advise drinking echinacea - herbal or alcohol tincture decoction, nettle leaf infusion, rosehip decoction.
Folk remedies for warts are considered safer during pregnancy. But they should be used with caution, taking into account all contraindications.
Papillomas in the neck can appear at any time, and in the absence of timely treatment, one tumor often causes many more appearances. There is only one way to protect yourself from this - consult a qualified doctor who will determine the main causes of HPV activation and select the most effective therapeutic regimen.