Faced with the formation of tumors in the genital area, patients often prefer to hide the condition, as they are too embarrassed to contact a specialist for such a delicate matter.
This is particularly dangerous from the point of view of the frequent transformation of genital papillomas into malignancies, triggering the development of oncological processes. Consider the main locations, causes, and methods of treating genital papilloma.
What causes papilloma in the intimate area
Papillomas on the genitals are entirely of viral origin and have been associated with human infection with "papillomavirus". Absolutely anyone can be a carrier of this viral agent, even carefully monitoring their own hygiene. In fact, infection occurs directly - through contact, simply touching the skin of a virus carrier, and during the use of common household items.
The sexual mechanism of viral transmission is the most active, providing 100% infection through unprotected sexual contact. In the context of the fact that on average about 85% of the world's population has papillomaviruses, infection is almost inevitable.
Still, not all carriers face the problem of developing tumors. Viruses can lie dormant for long periods of time without appearing. In this case, its active reproduction occurs in the basal layer of the epidermis, which eventually leads to hyperplasia. For the development of cutaneous manifestations of genital papillomas, certain conditions need to be created:
- weakened immunity;
- Damage and damage to the mucous membranes of the reproductive organs;
- Hormone exhaustion or chronic diseases related to endocrine disorders;
- the presence of bad habits;
- Stress, overwork, neuro-emotional stress;
- Intense infection or inflammatory process.
Types and Risks of Genital Papillomas
Most papillomas in the intimate area look like pointed papillae that can coalesce to form a cauliflower-like lobe structure. The tumor can vary in color from pale pink to bright red. In medicine, this epithelial growth is also known as genital warts. The localization of warts represented by different sexes is somewhat different.
Papillomas in the male intimate area:
- papilloma on the head of the penis;
- papillomas on hollow members (directly on the body of the organ);
- papilloma on the surface of the scrotum;
- Anal papilloma.
Papillomas in the female intimate area:
- labial papilloma;
- Vaginal papilloma;
- cervical papilloma;
- Uterine papilloma;
- Anal papilloma.
The formation of condyloma acuminatum in the intimate area has several dangers, chief among which is malignant degeneration. The fact is that certain types of viruses are oncogenic, integrating into the vector genome. Such a process may lead to precancerous lesions or progressive oncology. This is especially true for cervical papilloma, which causes cancer in 50% of cases.
In many countries, gender-equitable vaccination systems have been introduced, which help to significantly reduce risk, however, as symptoms of female internal genital papilloma may not appear for a long time, it is difficult to prevent thisPhenomenon. As a result, tumors are usually detected during gynecological examinations.
Vaginal papilloma can experience minor bleeding and discomfort during intercourse, which can reduce the patient's quality of sexual life. Additionally, this phenomenon may be characterized by burning and soreness when urinating, as well as a large amount of vaginal discharge.
Papillomas on the labia often cause complications and self-doubt, which are related to the aesthetic component of the genitals. It should also be understood that even benign tumors in the intimate area can be injured during sexual contact, urination, or active exercise. The danger of mechanical damage to genital papilloma is the possibility of severe bleeding and infection. In addition, a humid environment can create conditions that prevent rapid healing of the wound surface.
Diagnosis of genital papilloma
Often, to make a final diagnosis, a thorough physical examination by a specialist is sufficient, but confirmation is made using PCR diagnostics, which can detect papillomavirus in the patient's blood. In addition, depending on the location of the tumor, additional diagnostic measures can be taken:
- Anoscopy;
- ureteroscopy;
- histological examination;
- Colposcopy.
How to treat a papilloma in the intimate area
Treatment of genital warts involves the use of a range of measures designed to boost immunity and weaken the virus. Medications and procedures can only be prescribed by a specialist. Additionally, a mandatory step in the treatment of papilloma is the removal of the tumor, which can be done by:
- Freeze destruction;
- radio wave cutting;
- laser correction;
- electrocoagulation;
- Surgery.
The best way to get rid of genital papillomas is laser therapy, which is performed by vaporizing the tumor with a directed laser beam. The procedure only takes a few minutes and causes no significant discomfort to the patient as it involves the use of local anesthesia. During the procedure, the specialist has the opportunity to control the depth of exposure, thus guaranteeing the effectiveness of the method and reducing the likelihood of recurrence.
The indisputable advantages of laser destruction are the antiseptic properties of the beam, as well as the stimulation of the tissue regeneration process. Openings that bleed during laser treatment were excluded because blood vessels undergo thermal coagulation.
Modern clinics offer their clients the service of excision of papillomas in an intimate area with subsequent histological analysis. Experienced specialists at the medical center guarantee the effectiveness and painlessness of the procedure, which is performed using the latest laser equipment.