Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most widespread viruses in the world. It infects the skin and causes growths on it. Skin lesions can be pointed, flat or rounded, protruding from the surface or ingrown into the skin.
HPV is also called the wart virus. Wart growths can be single or multiple, like cauliflower. They can affect any part of the body, including the genitals (pointed papillomas). Some types of infections, such as human papillomavirus 16, can lead to the development of cancer, particularly cervical cancer.
Human papilloma can be present in the body for years and cause no external symptoms. Having appeared on the surface of the skin, papillomas can disappear on their own, without any treatment and pain, however, this does not happen instantly, but within, for example, six months.
Human papilloma, disease prevention
Warts are contagious, they are transmitted through contact with infected skin, papillomas in intimate places are sexually transmitted. The risk of passing the infection to a sexual partner can be reduced by using a condom. However, this is not 100% protection, as disease transmission can occur when unprotected areas of the skin come into contact. During periods of papillomavirus activity, it is better to refuse sexual contact altogether. The partner must definitely be informed of the presence of HPV.
Papillomas on other areas of the skin, for example on the hands and feet, can also be transmitted by contact: shaking hands, touching the infected handrails of the simulator, walking barefoot in the shower, using a towel, linen or cosmetics. In such cases, the prevention of the disease can be the observance of personal hygiene.
Sometimes the human papillomavirus is reactive. In some people, these are rare and isolated cases, while others repeatedly suffer from multiple papillomas. It depends on the nature of the virus and the state of the human body. Weak immunity, hormonal problems, stress and an excessive lifestyle with bad habits contribute to the increased activity of the virus.
To prevent repeated papillomavirus outbreaks, the immune system should be strengthened. This requires proper nutrition, exercise, good sleep, refusal of alcohol and tobacco smoke, control of stressful situations. Taking care of the health of the body will allow you to avoid relapses and, over time, completely cope with papillomas.
How to treat papillomas
Medicines for the destruction of papillomavirus have not yet been found. However, the human papilloma in most cases is removed from the body and without treatment, thanks to the efforts of the immune system. Although the human papillomavirus itself cannot be cured with drugs, the wart formations that arise as a result of the infection are treatable and quite effective. Removal of papillomas may be required many times, as if HPV remains in the body, they will appear again and again.
There are various medical and traditional methods of treating papillomas. For example, removing the affected skin layers with salicylic acid or cryotherapy (freezing with liquid nitrogen). The skin may change color and texture for a short time after nitrogen exposure, but it recovers quickly. One of the ways to combat papillomas is immunotherapy, that is, strengthening the body's defenses. With this method of treatment, antibodies (vaccination) that destroy the virus are injected into the body
Acid cauterization and surgical removal with a laser or scalpel are also practiced. Pointed papillomas by the listed methods are removed in medical institutions, during several repetitive procedures. It should also be noted that medical methods for the treatment of papillomas are much more effective than traditional ones.
Laser surgery is used when other methods have not helped to solve the problem or it is necessary to get rid of the papilloma quickly. Laser therapy can be applied to any part of the body, with its help it is possible to remove papillomas in intimate places. The laser works selectively without damaging healthy skin or creating wounds. Slight redness or hyperpigmentation may occur, but this clears up quickly and the skin heals. Depending on the nature and size of the tumor, 1 to 3 laser procedures may be required.
After successful treatment, you should visit a doctor every year for preventive examinations. In accessible places, inspection for the presence of characteristic growths is carried out independently. It is also recommended to take preventive measures against the recurrence of the disease, to strengthen the immune system, physical stamina and resistance to stress.
Papillomas, treatment with folk remedies
Along with medical methods for the treatment of external signs of human papilloma in the body, there are proven folk remedies that can speed up recovery. Natural recipes need to be used for a long time and regularly, only in this case it is possible to achieve a stable positive result.
- Traditionally, folk medicine suggests getting rid of papillomas with fresh celandine juice. A cut is made on the stem of the plant and the affected skin is smeared with the "milk" released 2-3 times a day. Most often, papillomas disappear within a week or less, but sometimes a longer period of time is required.
- Known for its bactericidal properties, garlic can also be used to remove papillomas. Garlic juice is smeared with papillomas several times a day. You can apply a small plate to the affected area of the skin overnight and fix it with an adhesive plaster. Remove the garlic in the morning, repeat several times if necessary.
- Mix the garlic gruel with the vinegar, add a little flour to make the mixture creamy, apply on the papillomas, wrap with plastic wrap and leave overnight. In this case, healthy areas of the skin should be protected with an adhesive plaster.
- Cold broth of thyme, infused for 40-60 minutes, cool slightly and use in the form of lotions. It will take 10 or more treatments. The cooled broth should be heated to a temperature of about 39 ° C.
- Spray the skin and apply the softened propolis on it. Secure with a plaster for 2-3 days. Then the procedure can be repeated.
- Apply a fresh cut of Kalanchoe leaf to the affected skin area and fix with a patch overnight. For treatment, the procedure must be repeated within 3 weeks. Similarly, you can use banana peels to remove papillomas.
- Australian tea tree oil, due to its antifungal and antiviral properties, can be used to treat papillomas. Moisten a cotton ball with a drop of oil, apply it to the skin area and fix with an adhesive plaster. A long period is required for treatment, at least 1 month.