Faced with the formation of neoplasms in the genital area, patients often prefer to keep silent about this circumstance, uncomfortable 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 places of localization, causes and methods of treatment of papillomas on the genitals.
What causes papillomas in intimate places
Genital papillomas 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 if they carefully monitor their own hygiene. The fact is that infection occurs directly - by contact, by simply touching the skin of the carrier of the virus, as well as in the process of using ordinary household items.
The sexual mechanism of transmission of the virus is the most active and ensures 100% infection through unprotected sexual contact. Against the background of the fact that on average about 85% of the world's population suffers from the papillomavirus, infection becomes almost inevitable.
However, not all carriers face the problem of the formation of neoplasms. The virus can remain latent for a long time without manifesting itself. In this case, its active reproduction takes place in the basal layer of the epidermis, which ultimately causes hyperplasia. For the development of skin manifestations of genital papillomas, it is necessary to create certain conditions:
- Weakened immunity;
- Injuries and damage to the mucous membrane of the genital organs;
- Hormonal failure or chronic diseases related to endocrine disorders;
- The presence of bad habits;
- Stress, fatigue, neuro-emotional stress;
- Strong infectious or inflammatory process.
Types and danger of genital papillomas
Most papillomas in the intimate area appear as pointed papillae that may fuse to form lobed structures resembling cauliflower. The color of such neoplasms varies 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 slightly different.
Papillomas in an intimate place in men:
- Papillomas on the head of the penis;
- Papillomas on the hollow penis (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 of 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 area carries several dangers, the main of which is malignant degeneration. It is a fact that some types of viruses are oncogenic, integrated into the host's 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 system of vaccination of the genitals has been introduced, which helps to significantly reduce the risks, but the prevention of such a phenomenon is difficult, since the symptoms of papilloma in women of the internal genital organs may not appear for a long time. As a result, the neoplasm is usually detected during a gynecological examination.
Vaginal papillomas are felt with slight bleeding and discomfort during intercourse, which reduces 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 of the labia often gives rise to complexes and self-doubt, which is related to 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 possibility of heavy bleeding and infection. In addition, a moist environment creates conditions that prevent rapid healing of the wound surface.
Diagnosis of genital papillomas
Often, to make a final diagnosis, it is enough for a specialist to perform a thorough physical examination, but confirmation is carried out using PCR diagnostics, which allows the detection of papillomavirus 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 set of measures aimed at strengthening immunity and weakening the viral agent. Medicines and procedures should only be prescribed 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;
- Radiowave excision;
- laser correction;
- Electrocoagulation;
- Surgical excision.
The best method for eliminating genital papillomas is laser therapy, which is performed by vaporizing the neoplasm with a focused laser beam. The procedure takes only a few minutes and does not cause significant discomfort to the patient, as it involves the use of local anesthesia. In the process of manipulation, the specialist gets the opportunity to control the depth of exposure, which ensures the effectiveness of the method and reduces the likelihood of relapses.
The undoubted 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 are subjected to 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.