The treatment of the papilloma virus is a complex technique to eliminate the symptoms of the infection, its causes, by surgical and therapeutic methods. Benign neoplasms (papillomas) can occur in different parts of the body or mucous membranes. Most often, such formations are harmless, but there are situations when their removal is necessary to prevent the degeneration of the formation into an oncological tumor. That is why it is very important to treat HPV correctly, following all the recommendations of traditional medicine.
Drug therapy
It is not possible to completely cure the papilloma virus in a short time. To solve the problem, it is important to use antiviral and immunomodulatory drugs that prevent the spread of the disease and the malignancy of the formed formations. All drugs in the form of tablets, injections or suppositories are prescribed to patients after diagnosis.
For the treatment of papillomavirus, drugs from the groups of immunostimulants, antiviral agents, homeopathy, drugs for the destruction of tumors and cytotoxic drugs are used. The first 3 groups of drugs can have various forms (tablets, injections and others) and are used to combat the cause of the disease, and the last 2 groups are used to gradually remove the formed formations.
The purpose of using immunostimulants is to strengthen and activate the protective functions in the body, to promote the synthesis of antibodies that fight viruses and infections. If you use immunostimulants in combination with antiviral drugs, the effect of the latter will be many times greater.
The efficacy of the immunomodulators used in the treatment of HPV will depend on the individual reactions of the patient's body and the treatment complex of which they are part. But in most cases, with a pronounced clinic of papillomavirus and the use of immunomodulators, the disease becomes regressive and may even disappear completely.
| Active ingredient | Pharmaceutical group |
|---|---|
| Taurine, benzocaine, interferon | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs. Interferons |
| Interferon | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs. Interferons |
| Purple Echinacea Juice | Medications that correct immune processes. Medications that stimulate immune processes |
| Affinity purified antibodies to human interferon gamma | Homeopathic Medicines |
| Freeze-dried bacterial lysate: Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Klebsiella ozaenae, Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus viridans, Streptococcus pyogenes, Moraxella catarrhalis. | Medications that correct immune processes. Medications that stimulate immune processes. |
| Affinity Purified Human Interferon Gamma Antibodies, Affinity Purified Antibodies to Histamine, Affinity Purified CD4 Antibodies | Antiviral, antihistamine |
| Sodium deoxyribonucleate | Medications that correct immune processes. Medications that stimulate immune processes |
| Human gamma interferon (recombinant) | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs. Interferons |
| Mix of bacterial lysates (Streptococcus pneumoniae, type I + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type II + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type III + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type V + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type VIIIx + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type VIIIx + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type VIIIx + Streptococcus pneumoniae, type VIIIx + Type XIIpx> | Other immunomodulators |
| Oxyethylammonium methylphenoxyacetate | Medications that correct immune processes. Medications that stimulate immune processes |
| Inosine pranobex (inosiplex) | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Antiviral drugs.
Antiviral drugs from other groups |
| Polyoxidonium | Medications that correct immune processes. Medications that stimulate immune processes |
| Activated glycyrrhizic acid | Antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents.
Antiviral drugs. Antiviral drugs from other groups |
Surgical removal of papillomas
Can I resort to deletion?
Some papillomas that appear on the body do not bring any inconvenience to the person, while others are capable of growing, creating both cosmetic defects and physical inconveniences. In case of papilloma discomfort, it is always removed, but it is worth removing the formations, if their appearance does not bring any inconvenience, you need to understand in each specific case.
Cauterization with liquid nitrogen
The most acceptable way to remove papillomas today is the method of burning them with liquid nitrogen or cryodestruction. The technique can be carried out by hardware using a cryoprobe or manually, which is most often practiced in beauty salons.
To use the hardware cryodestruction technique, special equipment is required.
Cryodestruction is carried out in the following stages:
- In the preparatory stage, for patients with a low pain threshold level or with a large area of papilloma growth, the nitrogen exposure zone is anesthetized with local anesthetic solutions. In other cases, patients are advised to take any pain reliever by mouth 1 hour before the procedure.
- In the direct freeze or cryodestruction stage, liquid nitrogen is applied to the papilloma area. At the same time, the validity period of 1 point is only a couple of seconds, so in 5 minutes you can freeze up to 40 papillomas on the body. Before cryodestruction, the patient is warned of a possible tingling sensation at the site of nitrogen application at the time of freezing.
- In the final stage, the liquid nitrogen skin treatment zone is disinfected with disinfectants.
The need for cryodestruction in each case is determined by the treating physician. If the patient is at risk of papilloma degeneration into a malignant formation, removal should be performed. The factors that influence the need for cryodestruction are:
- mechanical damage to the neoplasm;
- decreased immunity level of the patient;
- use of oral contraceptives;
- bad habits of the patient;
- localization of growths in places that are regularly injured in the process of life.
Cryodestruction is also indicated in case of aesthetic and physical discomfort of the patient due to the presence of papilloma in the body.
The main contraindications to using the cryodestruction method are acute infections in the patient's body, inflammatory processes in internal organs, atypical types of neoplasms, pathological intolerance to cold. Possible complications after wart removal with liquid nitrogen can include scar formation and pigmentation of the tissues at the site of application of the cryoprobe.
Ointments and lotions
Many special lotions and ointments can be bought in today's pharmacies to remove papillomas in the most delicate areas of the skin.
It is necessary to use ointments for cauterization of education only with complex therapy of the virus, which must be carried out with the help of immunomodulators in tablets and antiviral agents.
Multivitamins, which will improve the state of the immune system and its readiness to produce protective antibodies against the virus, will not interfere in this case.
The most accessible ointment that can defeat papilloma is an ointment that contains salicylic acid, which has keralotic, bactericidal, and restorative effects on the affected tissue. The agent is applied promptly to the affected area, without affecting the healthy surrounding tissues, which can burn with it.
In any pharmacy you can also find ready-made solutions to remove papillomas. With the help of such solutions, it will be necessary to make lotions, which will lead to the death of pathogenic microflora in the skin area and remove the papilloma.
Surgical method
Surgical removal of growths refers to the physical removal of papillomas with a scalpel.
Doctors indicate removal surgery if the size of the tumor exceeds 3 centimeters in diameter.
When performing the manipulation, the surgeon first disinfects the area around the growth and the growth itself with the help of disinfectants, then performs manipulations under local anesthesia and proceeds to direct excision of the neoplasm. Once the papilloma is removed, it must be sent for histological examination to determine the oncological nature of its cells. 2 weeks after the operation, the wound under the removed wart is tightened and completely healed.
The main indications for papilloma surgery are:
- great formations, their views deep and flat;
- the need for urgent papilloma removal;
- papilloma malignancy;
- inadmissibility of other methods to eliminate education.
The main advantages of classical excision of papillomas are the complete elimination of the problem in 1 operation, the low probability of recurrence in this case, the safety of manipulation, the absence of a large list of contraindications to the procedure and aacceptable price for most patients.
Among the disadvantages of surgical removal of papillomas, the appearance of a scar at the excision site and sometimes a keloid scar, a long period of post-surgical rehabilitation, the rejection of exposure toultraviolet radiation and the invasiveness of the procedure. In addition, complications from the operation in the form of redness, itching, scarring at the excision site, and an increase in body temperature can also rarely occur.
Laser removal
The gold standard of modern medicine in the removal of neoplasms is represented by the laser removal of papillomas. Until recently, the removal of papillomas left scars, but today the laser technique allows to preserve the beauty of the skin without visible changes.
The basis of laser therapy for papillomas is vaporization, that is, the ability of the beam to cauterize tissue and evaporate vital moisture from its surface. The devices allow you to measure the duration and intensity of exposure to rays on the skin, depending on the nature of the neoplasm.
The laser removal procedure itself takes place in several stages:
- first, the doctor performs a dermoscopy and determines the type of laser to be used;
- the site of exposure is treated with local anesthetics;
- The laser removal session lasts several minutes;
- when the procedure is finished, the exposure site is disinfected and a sterile bandage is applied, if contact with clothing in this area is possible;
- out-of-clinic patient provides wound rehabilitation care.
After laser removal of papillomas, patients are prohibited from sunbathing, visiting swimming pools and spa centers, bathing, or using cosmetics on the scar area.
These restrictions are temporary and are negotiated by the specialist and the patient before leaving the hospital.
Laser removal has a series of contraindications, both relative and absolute, determined in each case. Most often, the technique is not intended for diabetes mellitus, the presence of herpes, fever, influenza and SARS, diseases of the hematopoietic organs.
Traditional methods
Herbs
Since ancient times, using various herbal infusions, healers have destroyed all manifestations of papillomatosis. Many recipes have survived to this day, as they are surprising for their effectiveness and lack of negative effects on the body.
A popular folk remedy for HPV is tincture of wormwood. With their help, you can get rid of formations on the entire surface of the body. The most important thing is knowing exactly when and how to harvest the herb for medicine.
Absinthe must be harvested in a certain way. The most useful in this herb are the leaves and flowers, but the thick stem is not suitable for tincture. Less often, for medical purposes, it is recommended to remove the wormwood root from the soil. All parts of the harvested plants are washed and laid out on a flat surface to dry. During the drying process, the grass should be turned periodically so that it does not dry out. The finished dried herb is stored in a dry glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Tincture prepared against wormwood papillomas will not only eliminate this problem, but also eliminate pathogenic microflora, and also have a beneficial effect on the human stomach.
The course of taking tincture for papillomatosis is at least 2 weeks, after which there is a break in treatment. Each of the possible tinctures is taken orally 5 drops up to 6 times a day.
Wormwood tincture can be prepared in oil, alcohol or cognac. For the oil tincture, you will need 25 grams of wormwood seeds and 0. 5 cups of olive oil. The seeds are crushed in a coffee grinder and placed in a scalded glass container with boiling water. Cover the seeds pour with olive oil, everything is mixed and covered with a tight lid. The mixture is infused for three days in a cool place, filtered and ready to use.
The alcohol tincture is prepared from 100 grams of wormwood powder made from crushed plant leaves in a blender and 0. 5 liters of vodka. Everything is mixed and infused in glass for 10-14 days, then filtered and used according to instructions. Tincture should be stored in the refrigerator.
To prepare a tincture of absinthe over cognac, you will need 50 grams of chopped plant root and a glass of cognac. The ingredients are mixed and sent to a water bath to evaporate for 30 minutes. After that, the product is filtered and sent to a dark place for 5 days.
In addition, for the treatment of papillomas, an infusion of herbs can be prepared, for which horsetail, lemon balm, dandelion roots, banana and nettle are mixed in equal proportions (1 teaspoon each). The mixture is crushed, and then 3 tablespoons of herbs are poured with a liter of boiling water and the whole is boiled for 10 minutes over low heat. After the infusion is removed from the heat, it must be insisted for several hours.
Ready tincture is used before meals for ¼ glass for 7 days. The tool strengthens the immune system, which, in turn, promotes self-absorption of papillomas.
Soda to cure
Baking soda has long been used to treat many skin problems at home, including papillomas. A characteristic of soda is its ability to alkalize an acidic environment, which provokes the strengthening of immunity, the elimination of toxins and creates unfavorable conditions for bacteria and pathogenic microbes. As a result, viruses in the body stop multiplying and die. The antiseptic and disinfecting effect of soda is also known, which is also useful in the treatment of papillomas. Soda can soften tissues, eliminate the symptoms of the virus and its manifestation - education. Soda for the treatment of HPV is used internally, in the form of inhalations and local lotions.
To prevent the malignancy of the tumor and the degeneration of the neoplasm into cancerous, some traditional healers suggest drinking a solution of soda in milk. It is prepared with 1 cup of warm boiled milk and ¼ teaspoon of baking soda. A solution is used three times a day, at each subsequent intake, the mass fraction of soda increases slightly until its concentration in milk reaches 1 tablespoon. However, drinking milk and soda solution is not allowed for those with pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract.
Before using this recipe, it is best to consult a doctor.
Sodium bicarbonate inhalation is suitable as a gentler immunostimulating technique. For inhalation, you need to boil 1 liter of water, add 3 teaspoons of soda to the boiling water, stir, bend over the pan, put a towel on your head to prevent steam from escaping, and breathe in the soda vapors until the watercool down. Inhalations are done several times a day for 5 days.
Laundry soap
Laundry soap acts on the skin in a drying way: it draws out moisture, leads to dryness and the gradual death of cells. This property is very useful when it comes to removing papillomas at home. It is the moisture within the cells of the neoplasm that contributes to its vital activity, and if it stops flowing, the wart will dry out and disappear.
The most common method of treating papillomas with laundry soap is overnight application to the area of the neoplasm. After taking a bath, the area with the papilloma is moistened and scrubbed liberally with laundry soap without damaging the buildup.
After applying a thick layer of soap, you should wait until it dries and you can go to bed. In the morning, wash off the soap under running water and repeat the procedure at night.
Specificity of treatment in women
Injury to internal and external genital organs
In modern medicine, papillomatosis therapy in women is carried out according to various methods, but it is still impossible to completely remove HPV from the body. Therefore, any treatment aims at the individual elimination of the clinical signs of the disease.
In the treatment of HPV of the internal and external genital organs of women, there are many similarities. The only difference is that when neoplasms are detected in the external genital organs, specialists can prescribe one-way immunomodulatory agents, and with HPV in the internal genital organs (mucous membranes), stronger drugs are used that prevent the development of theoncopathology.
The treatment of genital papillomatosis in women can be carried out by destructive and therapeutic methods. The necessary method must be selected by a specialist in each specific case.
Intraductal papillomas
Because experts classify intraductal papillomas as precancerous conditions of the mammary glands, a characteristic of their treatment is the use of exclusively surgical methods. In the case of papillary cystadenoma, surgeons perform a sectoral resection of the mammary glands, while removing tissue with modified ducts. This operation is performed through a periareolar incision, which allows in the future to preserve both the shape and size of the breast without the use of mammoplasty.
If a woman is diagnosed with papillary intraductal cancer, radical mastectomy is used as treatment.
To prevent oncology in the mammary gland, doctors recommend to undergo regular mamological examinations, treat mastopathy in the early stages, and pay close attention to dyshormonal and inflammatory pathologies in the female genital area.
Treatment for men
The treatment of HPV with manifestations in the male genital organs is carried out with drugs and surgical means. In this case, drug therapy is designed to suppress the virus, bring it into an anabiotic state, and help strengthen the immune system.
Even small papillomas on the male genitalia do not go away on their own, so it is customary to surgically remove them:
- by electrocoagulation with electric current;
- by freezing with liquid nitrogen - cryodestruction;
- using a laser;
- by the radiosurgery method, a non-contact method based on exposure to radio waves of a certain frequency;
- by the method of cauterization with special chemical solutions;
- conventional surgical excision with a scalpel;
- using ointments that can remove buildup.
The method of removing papillomas on the male genital organs is selected individually, depending on the characteristics of the course of infection. All of the above destruction methods are recognized by doctors as reliable and can be carried out without the use of general anesthesia.
What to do if the papilloma is damaged
In case of damage to the surface of the papilloma, an inflammatory process can begin in the affected tissues. Outwardly, this will manifest itself in a change in the color of the build-up, swelling, redness, burning and itching of the formation. Ichor mixed with pus or serous fluid that has an unpleasant odor begins to come out of the wound. If the state of immunity is in a satisfactory state, soon the tear place will dry up, and no deviations will be seen. However, otherwise there is a risk of a malignant tumor.
Severe trauma (burn, scratching, scratching) can cause the spread of HPV to adjacent tissues and the growth of new lesions. Such a process has an even greater predisposition to oncological degeneration.
If the papilloma is nevertheless injured, it is necessary to quickly apply a sterile bandage or cotton swab, previously moistened in a 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide, and maintain this application for at least 10-15 minutes. After stopping the blood, the wound is treated with alcohol to disinfect the surface of the skin and prevent infection and fungus from entering the wound. In the absence of alcohol, disinfection is carried out with iodine or bright green, although these funds in the future will interfere with monitoring the condition of the wound.
In the event of significant bleeding due to damage to the papilloma, an angioma trauma is diagnosed: the proliferation of benign blood vessels. Damage to the angioma is not dangerous; as a result of such a pathology, oncology does not develop.
Where to go in case of illness
If you find multiple formations on the skin in the first stage, you should contact a dermatologist. This doctor will carry out the necessary diagnoses, establish the type of virus and determine the subsequent actions of the patient.
Very often dermatologists are of the opinion that the earlier the papilloma is removed, the lower the risk of developing dangerous consequences, but everything is individual. The dermatologist will tell the patient which specialist will be necessary to perform the extraction and which technique in this particular case is best to prefer. The doctor will also determine the further treatment regimen, after which it will already be possible to go for a consultation with the surgeon.
In case of papillomas in the genital area, you should consult a dermatovenerologist. If the formations are located in the anus, a proctologist will deal with the treatment of such a pathology. In the case of papillomas on the mucous membranes of the ENT organs or the oral cavity, the patient is referred to an ENT specialist. Genital papillomas in men are treated by a urologist or dermatovenerologist, and in women, a gynecologist takes care of these problems.