Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common viral agents on Earth.
According to medical statistics, 80% to 90% of all people on the planet are carriers of HPV, many of whom are not even aware of the presence of papillomavirus in their body. This is due to the fact that, by penetrating the patient's blood, HPV can remain dormant (inactive) for a long time, slowly touching the basal cells of the epidermis, not appearing visually. We will try to examine the mechanisms of infection and the symptoms of the disease, and also understand how to cure human papillomavirus quickly and effectively.
How is human papillomavirus transmitted?
In answer to the current question of how you can become infected with the human papillomavirus, it is necessary to mention the three main mechanisms of penetration of the viral agent into the body:
- Manner of contact- from direct contact with the user's epidermis. The risk group are masseurs, cosmetologists, dermatologists, etc. ;
- Mediated (domestic) mechanism.- involves the transmission of papilloma virus through household items - a towel, a comb, public transport handrails, etc. ;
- The sexual route- Unprotected sexual contact with an infected person provides an almost 100 percent probability of papillomavirus penetrating the body, while subtypes of the agent such as human papillomavirus type 31 in women can be transmitted even when using a condom.
Symptoms of human papillomavirus in men and women may not appear until certain conditions or conditions occur. Such factors are considered as secondary causes of papillomavirus:
- Decreased immune function;
- Violation of the integrity of the skin - injuries, microcracks, scratches, wounds, etc. ;
- Stress and excessive neuro-emotional work;
- Weakening of the body against the background of an inflammatory or infectious process;
- Hormonal disorders;
- Violations of the rules of personal hygiene.
The only sign of papilloma virus can be considered the formation of specific skin neoplasms, which are mostly benign but that require mandatory medical supervision. In the presence of at least one of the above factors, skin growths appear within 1-6 months after the patient's initial infection. This is how long the papillomavirus incubation period lasts.
Why are different types of human papillomavirus dangerous?
To determine how to get rid of human papillomavirus and whether it is worth taking therapeutic measures at all, we will understand how dangerous this viral agent can be and how serious the consequences can be. Often people do not pay proper attention to such skin growths as papillomas and warts, considering them as harmless defects. Only a visible (frontal) localization of the neoplasm, which brings aesthetic problems, can push the patient to visit a specialist. Meanwhile, some types of human papillomavirus are considered precancerous conditions and can turn into malignant tumors.
Modern medicine has about 120 species of papillomavirus, which determine the localization, size and oncogenicity of epidermal growth. We will try to understand which types can be considered just an aesthetic defect and which require immediate treatment:
- Papilloma virus 1, 2, 4 types.The viral agent leads to the formation of plantar warts, which can grow over time and spread to healthy tissue, making it difficult for the patient to move;
- Papillomavirus 2, 4, 26, 27, 29, 57 species.Provokes the formation of common or vulgar warts, which most often affect the skin of the hands.
- Papilloma virus 3, 10, 28, 49 types.It is the main cause of the appearance of flat warts, which most often affect children and adolescents, for which they have received the second name - youth;
- HPV type 7.Forms special papillomas on the hands of an infected person, which are called "butcher warts";
- Papilloma virus 2, 3, 5, 8-10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 20, 36, 37, 46, 47 and 50 types.A large group of viral agents that provoke veruciform epidermodysplasia, while being extremely benign formations;
- Human papillomavirus 6 and 11, as well as 42 and 54 species.A more dangerous group of HPV, which forms genital warts on the genitals and mucosa. Such growths may undergo malignant transformation;
- Papillomavirus 16, 18 and most subspecies 30-67 species.This group of viral agents has a high level of oncogenicity, which is manifested in relation to the internal genital organs. Thus, papillomavirus type 33 in women as well as papillomavirus type 18 provoke the formation of flat warts and cervical dysplasia, which can lead to cancer of the cervical canal;
- Papilloma virus type 51, as well as types 45, 52, 54, 56, 66, 68.Human papillomavirus type 52 and other aggressive agents of this group can cause cancer of the cervix or vagina, as well as cause oncology of the external genitalia and anus.
It should be understood that these are not all HPV subtypes known to science, but the varieties listed above can be attributed with the most common confidence.
How to determine human papillomavirus in women and the stronger sex?
Diagnosis is a mandatory step to visit a doctor in case of papilloma formation on the skin or mucosa. This is because of the risk of confusing the papilloma with another skin problem. While in most asymptomatic cases, human papillomavirus in women is often detected only for one reason planned or caused by another reason, a gynecological examination.
Skin growths can be differentiated by a simple examination, confirmed by microscopic analysis of epithelial scratches. At the same time, the final diagnosis can be made only after PCR diagnosis, which makes it possible to ascertain the presence of the papilloma virus in the patient's blood. If a malignant course of genital papillomas is suspected, an additional test - tissue biopsy - is often prescribed.
Human papillomavirus - treatment
Answering the question of how to cure the papilloma virus, it must first be assumed that the simple removal of a skin neoplasm does not solve the problem once and for all, as the viral agent remains in the blood. Unfortunately, to date, medicine has not developed an effective method for complete cleansing of the human body from the virus, however, strengthening immunity and rational hygienic care do not allow HPV to actively multiply and be associated with the formation of defects of theskin.
There are two main directions for removing papillomas of different localization:
- Treatment of human papillomavirus with folk remedies;
- Hardware removal of benign neoplasms.
Treatment of papillomavirus with folk remedies
Popular recipes suggest the use of fresh celandine juice, as well as iodine and vinegar solutions as agents that burn papillomas. Such methods are based on a simple application of an agent to a neoplasm with its subsequent rejection. It should be remembered that this practice is of limited effectiveness and may lead to scarring or scarring. A milder option is the regular application of a garlic clove to the skin protrusion, which may not give the desired result, but will certainly not harm the patient's health.
The use of decoctions and infusions of plants such as wormwood, dandelion, tricolor purple, etc. , Allows you to strengthen the immune system and provide natural resistance to HPV. Treatment of human papillomavirus at home can also be done with the help of ointments, creams and special patches of the pharmacy.
How to cure human papilloma with hardware methods
Modern medicine offers some effective hardware options to get rid of papilloma virus from a patient, however, laser destruction of neoplasms is considered the "gold standard" in this regard. The method is effective, painless and simple. The manipulation lasts only a few minutes without touching the surrounding epidermal structures. This approach will not only protect the patient from scars and unwanted wounds, but will also significantly reduce the chance of recurrence.
The multidisciplinary clinic offers its clients laser removal of papillomas and warts of any country using the latest medical equipment. The qualifications of our specialists are complemented by many years of experience and an individual approach to each client.