Because of the neoplasms that develop in the genital area, patients often prefer to keep silent about this circumstance and are embarrassed to turn to a specialist with such a delicate problem.
This is especially dangerous from the point of view that genital papillomas often transform into malignant tumors, provoking the development of an oncological process. Consider the main localization sites, 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 "papilloma virus". Anyone can become a carrier of this viral agent, even with careful monitoring of their own hygiene. The fact is that the infection is directly - through contact, theit happens by simply touching the skin of a virus carrier, as well as by using common household items.
The sexual transmission mechanism of the virus is the most active and ensures 100% infection through unprotected sexual contact. Despite the fact that an average of 85% of the world's population suffers from papillomavirus, infection becomes almost inevitable.
Nevertheless, not all carriers face the problem of the formation of neoplasms. The virus can remain dormant for a long time without showing itself. In this case, its active reproduction takes place in the basal layer of the epidermis, which ultimately causes hyperplasia. The development of skin manifestations of genital papillomas requires the creation of certain conditions:
- Weakened immunity;
- Injuries and damage to the mucous membrane of the genital organs;
- Hormonal insufficiency or chronic diseases 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, which can merge to form lobed structures resembling cauliflower. The color of such neoplasms ranges from light pink to bright red. In medicine, such epithelial formations are also called genital warts. The localization of warts in representatives of different sexes is somewhat different.
Papillomas in intimate places 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 intimate places 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 involves many dangers, the main of which is malignant degeneration. The fact is that certain types of the virus are oncogenic and integrate into the carrier genome. Such a process can lead to a precancerous state or progressive oncology. This is especially true for cervical papillomas, which provoke cancer in 50% of cases.
In many countries, the vaccination system of the fair sex has been introduced, which significantly reduces the risks, but the prevention of such a phenomenon is difficult, because the symptoms of papilloma on the internal genital organs in women may not appear for a long time. As a result, a tumor is usually detected during a gynecological examination.
Vaginal papillomas make themselves felt with minor bleeding and discomfort during intercourse, which worsens 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 labia often causes complexes and lack of self-confidence, which is related to the aesthetic component of the genitals. It should also be understood that even benign tumors in intimate places can be damaged during sexual contact, urination or active movement. The danger of mechanical damage to genital papillomas lies in the possibility of severe bleeding and infection. In addition, a moist environment creates conditions that prevent rapid healing of the wound surface.
Diagnosis of genital papillomas
A thorough physical examination by a specialist is often enough to establish a final diagnosis, but confirmation is carried out with PCR diagnostics, which allows 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:
- Anoscopy;
- ureteroscopy;
- Histological examination;
- Colposcopy.
How to treat papillomas in intimate places
The treatment of genital warts involves the use of a series of measures aimed at strengthening immunity and weakening the viral agent. Medicines and procedures can 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;
- Radio wave clipping;
- laser correction;
- Electrocoagulation;
- Surgical excision.
The best way to eliminate genital papillomas is laser therapy, which is performed by vaporizing the tumor with a guided laser beam. The procedure takes only a few minutes and does not cause significant discomfort to the patient, as it requires local anesthesia. During 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 tissue regeneration processes. Bleeding during laser therapy is excluded, as the blood 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 with the latest laser equipment.