How to remove papillomas - folk remedies at home, laser, surgery

PapillomaIs a benign neoplasm provoked by human papillomavirus (HPV) and is found in different parts of the body: neck, under the arms, bladder, genitals, vocal cords, eyelids, oral mucosa and nasal mucosa.

Causes of occurrence

The natural cause of unpleasant growths and warts is HPV. This virus is very common - it is found in about 60% of the population.

The virus is spread as follows:

  • Sexy. . . Sexually, genital warts appear on the body.
  • During childbirth. . . When infected during childbirth, papillomas and warts usually appear a few months after birth.
  • At home. . . Infection occurs at home, in public places and in transport.
  • To some extentProcedures. . . For example, you can "pick up" HPV during epilation or shaving.

It is true that despite the active spread, in 90% of cases, the body can cope with HPV independently.

Why are papillomas dangerous?

HPV is spread sexually

Small papillomas that appear on the human body do not always attract attention, but even they can be dangerous.

So, papillomas can lead to the development of terrible diseases:

  • Carcinoma;
  • Cervical cancer (cervical cancer);
  • Cervical dysplasia;
  • Oral cancer;
  • Hand cancer;
  • Shortness of breath and signs of asthma (especially in children);
  • Impotence;
  • Bowen's disease;
  • Damage to mucous membranes.

Growth can lead to psychological and aesthetic problems, but their main threat is human health problems (up to precancerous and cancerous conditions).

Diagnosis

Examination by a gynecologist to diagnose HPV

HPV diagnosis involves at least 7 procedures:

  1. Clinical examination. . . The examination specialist identifies and examines all the growths on the patient's body. If anogenital warts are found, men can schedule a ureteroscopy procedure, women are required to visit a gynecologist to examine the cervix.
  2. Colposcopy. . . Examination of the female genitals using a special device - a colposcope.
  3. Histological examination. . . Investigate the deep zones of the malpighian layer and the development of coilocytes.
  4. Cytological examination. . . The classification is based on the PAP smear test, which includes 5 classes. I - cytological picture is normal, V - a large number of atypical cells.
  5. Digen test(Screening test). This procedure allows you to quickly determine the increased concentration of the virus. This test is very accurate.
  6. PCR typing. . . This procedure allows you to identify individual types of virus. However, the method has a drawback: 20% of PCR typing gives a false result (since the infection is short-lived).
  7. PCR(OrPolymerization chain reaction). Allows you to identify not only HPV but also other sexually transmitted diseases.

Treatment

HPV requires a careful and cautious approach and the patient must undergo the necessary tests before making a decision about treatment (destruction). Sometimes it may turn out that the patient does not need medical intervention - the papilloma may disappear over time.

Traditional treatments

Laser removal of papilloma on the back

It is important to understand that there is no way to completely eliminate HPV. All that can be done is to eliminate the manifestations of the disease (in the form of papillomas, warts and other growths). They cause cancer and precancerous conditions (not HPV). It happens that HPV lives in the body for up to 30 years, without manifesting on the skin.

Rarely prescribed therapy using immunomodulators and antiviral drugs. Doctors prescribe such medications in case of highly oncogenic types of the virus.

Formal medicine offers the following methods of injury removal:

  1. Surgical removal. . . This is an extreme measure against papillomas and warts. Usually used when there is too much to accumulate. Removal requires prior preparation of the patient, appropriate qualification of the physician, and use of local anesthesia.

    After the operation, weaving is done to connect the tissues. The skin heals in 3-4 weeks, however, a scar / scar may remain.

  2. Electrocoagulation. . . Includes exposure to electric shock at the site of injury. It is necessary to "cauterize" the base of the affected area. The main advantage of this procedure is the accurate sealing of vessels, with virtually no blood. The skin recovers in 7-10 days with minimal risk of scarring.
  3. Laser removal (laser coagulation). . . Provides a concentrated laser beam. The procedure is performed without anesthesia and takes only a few minutes, leaving rough crusts (they fall off quickly and leave no trace).

    Laser coagulation has a minimal risk of scarring and allows you to quickly eliminate the accumulation of warts or warts. The only disadvantage of the operation is the high cost.

  4. Cryodestruction (burning with nitrogen). . . To perform the procedure, you will need a drop of liquid nitrogen, which will instantly destroy its structure as soon as it gets on the wart. Allows you to get rid of the accumulation in 7-10 days.

    Nitrogen cauterization is considered to be an effective and affordable method, however, if the area is large, you may need several sessions. The technique is actively used in private and public clinics, aesthetics and health centers. The only downside is the risk of recurrence if the specialist does not burn the growth to the end.

  5. Radiation removal of papilloma on facial skin
  6. Radiosurgery. . . It is carried out using special equipment. The method appeared relatively recently, it allows you to quickly and painlessly remove all the fruit. But so far, radiosurgery is unavailable because of its high cost.
  7. Chemical destruction. . . "Strong" chemicals are used in the implementation. Substances and acids. These compounds are used on warts, papillomas or warts without special equipment. This is a cheap method, but relatively effective.

ᲛImportant!During any procedure, there is a risk of damaging the surrounding tissues, which threatens to spread the virus.

Drug treatment

Before deciding to start self-medication, the patient should consult a specialist so that he or she can prescribe medications that are suitable for home use.

It is important to remember that you yourself can not cut harmless-looking warts, since the causes of the accident are unknown. It is even possible that this will accelerate their growth and increase the risk of HPV degeneration in oncological tumors. When papillomas appear on the mucous surface (eyes, nose or throat), the cause should be studied and treated under the supervision of the attending physician.

The following are some popular ways to get rid of papillomas:

  1. Adhesive tape. . . Warts can be removed using adhesive tapes purchased at the pharmacy and impregnated with a special composition. This composition has a destructive effect on the papilloma for a certain period of time, after which it comes out on the tape. To reduce pain, the strips are usually moistened with warm water before rubbing.
  2. Freezing- This is one of the most common procedures to eliminate papillomas. The use of freezing preparations is usually indicated for the elimination of neoplasms by localization in the intimate zone or other places, and such treatment is possible without anesthesia. You can buy a special drug at the pharmacy, and the procedure requires strict adherence to the instructions. After one week of therapy, no traces of papillomas will remain.
  3. Pharmacy preparation with phenol, Designed to treat warts and papillomas. It is very effective - skin neoplasms are eliminated after only one application, but the procedure is accompanied by pain, as the wound remains at the site of the papilloma, which takes time to heal.
  4. Gel with celandine extract, The effectiveness of which is confirmed by the Ministry of Health. Differs in the absence of pain during destruction.

There are various situations that are associated with the formation of growths and require the destruction of neoplasms. Depending on the location of the papilloma, the urgency of its removal, and whether this is the first appearance of HPV, it is possible to use different methods of dealing with papillomas.

The need to consult a specialist is also due to the fact that when papillomas occur, the independent use of the drug increases the risk of developing papillomatous defects of the skin, resulting in growths occurring anywhere in the body. In this case, they will need more time to be treated.

Folk remedies

Any self-medication at home is often accompanied by the use of folk remedies. Along with other methods of therapy, after consulting a doctor, it is possible to use traditional medicine. They are especially useful during pregnancy and immunosuppression.

Efficacy is high in folk remedies that increase the human body's resistance to infections. Some may be taken in combination with antibiotics prescribed by your doctor.

Of plant origin

You can use herbal infusions daily to prevent further appearance of papillomas(Lemon balm, nettle, planet, ponytail, dill, St. John’s wort, etc. ) or juice made from red potato tubers.

Among the herbal remedies used to remove neoplasms, it is worth emphasizing celandine. It is allowed to use its juice, leaves or pharmacy infusion. Its regular use dries the papillomas, then they just fall apart.

Astrology gives an idea of how to remove papillomas- It represents HPV as a viral disease in the form of skin formations and regardless of how papillomas form, it can only be removed when the moon is waning. In this case it is necessary to strengthen the immune system by using herbal tea. Complete elimination of formations requires a course of at least 3 months.

Not of plant origin

Eggs to get rid of papillomas at home

In addition to using herbal products, the following non-herbal products are also very effective:

  • Treatment of HPV with eggs- This is one of the most effective and well-known ways to eradicate papillomavirus. It consists in the fact that the papillomas that have just appeared on the body are smeared with egg white and each subsequent layer is applied only after the previous drying. In a few days, after the protein is very dry, just the papillomas will no longer remain. This is a fairly effective and simple treatment for neoplasms on the body.
  • Alcohol tincture- You need to mix 0, 1 liter of alcohol, 2 grams of boric acid, 2, 5 grams of iodine and the same amount of acetylsalicylic acid. It is forbidden to lubricate papillomas with localization on the eyelids or mucous membranes with this mixture. Instead of this recipe, you can use ammonia, or make balls of vinegar and flour (using this tool has the same restrictions).
  • Castor-oilIs a painless treatment for skin lesions. The effectiveness of the oil is due to the presence of acid in its composition, which destroys neoplasms.
  • Kerosene and green walnut ointment- Used to treat papilloma virus in the form of warts, including genital warts. For this purpose, it is necessary to grind young nuts, then they are filled with oil in a ratio of 2 to 1. After placing the mixture in a dark place for 3 weeks, it can be used as a lubricant for papillomas. This is a fairly effective way to eliminate any neoplasm.
  • Apple vinegar. . . You should pour apple cider vinegar on a clean towel or cotton swab, then moisten the papilloma three times a day. After a few days, the growth changes color. The course lasts for several weeks, after which the neoplasm disappears. To make this procedure safer, it is recommended to mix the vinegar with a little water before treating the affected area.

Even proponents of conservative treatment acknowledge the use of non-narcotic drugs that completely deny the possibility of self-medication. In fact, it is quite a controversial issue whether it is possible to get rid of HPV exclusively using traditional medicine.

Both non-traditional and medical treatments can be successful, but only with the right combination and specialist recommendation.