Each type of HPV causes its own type of papilloma. They differ in external appearance and location of appearance. Have a low or high oncogenic level. Papillomas are the result of the HPV virus. Sometimes with some common symptoms on human skinSkin neoplasms appear in completely different places. They have a common name - papilloma. They differ from each other in size, structure, location on the body, degree of oncogenic danger. Depending on these factors, Papillomas have their own special names. What are papillomas and why do they appear?
What are papillomas?
"A tumor in the form of a papilla", this is how the word papilloma is translated from Latin. These bumps on the skin appear due to the HPV virus. Any papilloma is a benign neoplasm, however, strains of papillomavirus (type), they have an oncogenic risk.
Varieties of papillomas according to oncogenic risk:
- Low oncogenic risk.
- High oncogenic risk.
The second group includes strains - 82, 73, 68, 59, 58, 56, 52, 51, 45, 39, 35, 33, 31, 18, 16. Growths on the skin can be completely different in color. The color scheme of papillomas can be from light to almost black. Sometimes an elongated papilloma grows on the body, other types of HPV are flat or, conversely, Grows high, resembles a rooster's comb.
Only a doctor can determine the nature of the papillomavirus by conducting the necessary diagnostics:
- visual examination of the patient;
- Testing to identify the strain of the virus.
The virus enters the body under favorable conditions for it. You must be in contact with a virus carrier or contaminated objects and your immunity must be weak.
While HPV is usually easily blocked by the immune system, there are several reasons why it fails:
- long-term medication;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- drug use;
- Excessive use of alcohol and cigarettes.
Any form of this disease requires timely treatment. Papillomas have an unpleasant feature of growing on the body and sometimes turning into an oncological disease. A visit to the doctor is a necessary preventive measure.
simple papilloma (vulgar)
This is the most common type of papilloma on the body. People call them warts, they appear gradually. At first, a small tubercle grows on the skin. Gradually, it increases in diameter and changes color from pale flesh toChanges in color to a more saturated brown. The structure of the vulgar papilloma also changes, it hardens, keratinization appears.
Vulgar papillomas are more often located:
- palms;
- Fingers;
- skin between fingers
- knees;
- Sometimes formed on the face, back, neck
Such neoplasms can occur in groups. First, a "mother papilloma" appears, and then daughter growths follow.
Children and adolescents are especially susceptible to this type of HPV. Vulgar papillomas are usually benign in nature, they do not degenerate into oncological formations. For the appearance of such neoplasms strains 75-77, 26-29, 41, 38, 49, 57, 65 are responsible.
Simple types of virus on the body include plantar warts. The name refers to the location of their appearance. The growth grows singly on the sole, it can be recognized by the distinctive raised rim. It usually does not cause discomfort. There is a flat surface, but sometimes it can interfere with walking. In order not to confuse a corn and a plantar wart, remember that a corn has a smooth and even surface on which the skin pattern is visible. Plantar warts are caused by strains 1-4.
Both those and others are easily removed in a medical clinic. But do not rush to the doctor, such growths can disappear on their own.
flat papillomas
This growth is immediately distinguishable from other skin neoplasms.
It rises slightly above the skin, if you look closely, you can see that its surface, which seems dense, is made up of small nodules. A flat wart does not have a predetermined shape, it is jagged edges. With or, conversely, can be round.
A flat papilloma does not have a keratinization process (death and keratinization of skin cells), therefore, it does not have skin grooves of other types of papillomas.
The color of such a build-up is usually light, sometimes it becomes dark and brown. Flat papillomas may not be dark brown.
place:
- shin;
- Weapon;
- Back;
- They appear on the face on the cheeks, around the eyes and on the chin.
Flat neoplasms are immediately noticeable to outsiders (if they are in open places). In addition to visual ugliness, they cause physical discomfort in the form of itching. When you try to scratch them, they "burn" Lets start.
Such formations should be shown to a dermatologist. You are unlikely to prescribe the right treatment for yourself. The doctor must examine you, make a diagnosis and prescribe treatment taking into account all the physical features. SuchThe growth is easier to eliminate immediately after it appears. The old growth will have to be removed by the operating method. Causes flat papilloma virus types 49, 28, 10.
serrated papillomas (warts)
They have a characteristic appearance, which allows them not to be confused with other types of papillomavirus. Outwardly, such papillomas can be compared with "cauliflower" or "chicken comb". Condylomas are attached to the skinand grow on a short peduncle. They are solitary and develop in large groups. Such a neoplasm of HPV in women can reach large sizes.
The color of the growths varies depending on the location of their appearance. Condylomas can be white, fleshy, pale pink, and light red to maroon in color. Sometimes such growths secrete a liquid with a foul odor. secretes.
Genital warts are often scarred because of the specific location.
The main localization of genital warts:
- sexual organs.
- Anal area.
- Crotch.
- urethra.
- Vagina and cervix in women.
Such human papillomavirus is transmitted only sexually. Its development provokes the virus 69, 55, 54, 51, 44, 42, 6, 1
If left untreated, pre-oncological conditions may develop. The virus accumulates in tissues near the growth and alters the DNA structure of the epithelium and mucous membranes, leading to penile oncology in men and uterine oncology in women. Provokes cervical cancer. Genital warts should be removed.
filiform papillomas
They are also called acrochords. They grow mostly singly, but groups of acrochords are also found. If it is accidentally torn off, a new process will re-appear in its place, moreover, the growth can be spread around the body. Can move around, can go on increasing. They don't give pain.
There is a more aesthetic rejection of the build-up, especially if the papilloma has grown on the face. The range of colors is from flesh-tone to brown. The acrochord is oblong and elastic, sometimes there are keratinized papillomas.
Preferred location of body areas with delicate skin:
- face (eyelid area, nose);
- inguinal folds;
- on neck;
- armpits;
- Under the breast (in a woman).
If acrochord appears on the face, scrubs and brushes should not be used so as not to injure it. Underarm growths are often injured with a razor.
It is better to visit a doctor and remove the neoplasm in the clinic in order to avoid infection and degeneration of the disease into oncology. The latter rarely happens with filiform papillomas.
The viruses that cause this type of HPV are types 2 and 7. Acrochords are more common in older people because the skin tends to lose its elasticity over time.
Sometimes the disease affects children and adolescents.
These are the most common forms of HPV. According to information about the type of virus, you can independently establish a preliminary diagnosis. For a more accurate diagnosis, a medical examination is required.
In addition to these forms of HPV, there are other types of papillomas. For example, papillomatosis of the larynx, choroid papilloma (grows in the brain), papillomas in the abdomen are called abdominal papillomas. Internal papillomas are the most dangerous, Sometimes the patient turns to the doctor with an advanced stage of HPV. You can die from internal neoplasms. For example, an increase in the larynx obstructs the respiratory process and can cause suffocation. Any HPV diseaserequires immediate medical attention.