Each strain of HPV causes its own types of papillomas. They differ in their external form and place of appearance. Having a low or high oncogenic level. Papilloma is a result of the HPV virus. Sometimes skin neoplasms appear in completely different parts of the human skin, with some common symptoms. They have a common name - papillomas. They differ from each other in shape, structure, location in 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 papillary tumor" is how the term papilloma is translated from Latin. These growths on the skin occur due to the HPV virus. Any papilloma is a benign neoplasm, but it has oncogenic risks depending on the strain (type) of the papilloma virus.
Types 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. The growths on the skin can be of a completely different color. The color scheme of the papilloma can be from light to almost black. Sometimes an elongated papilloma grows on the body, other types of HPV are flat or, conversely, enlarged, resembling a rooster's comb.
Only a doctor can determine the nature of the papilloma virus, making the necessary diagnostics:
- visual examination of the patient;
- performing tests to determine the type of 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 weakened.
Usually HPV is easily blocked by the immune system, there are several reasons why it fails:
- long-term drug therapy;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- drug use;
- excessive use of alcohol and cigarettes.
All types of this disease require timely treatment. Papillomas on the body have the unpleasant feature of growing and sometimes turning into an oncological disease. Visiting a doctor is a necessary preventive measure.
Simple papillomas (rough)
This is the most common type of papilloma in the body. People call them warts, they appear gradually. First, a small tubercle grows on the skin. It gradually increases in diameter, and its color changes from pale flesh to a more saturated brownish color. The structure of the coarse papilloma also changes, it hardens, keratinization is observed.
Vulgar papillomas are mostly found in:
- Palm;
- fingers;
- skin between fingers
- knees;
- sometimes occurs on the face, back, neck
Such neoplasms can occur in groups. First, a "maternal papilloma" appears, and after that daughter outgrowths are formed.
Children and adolescents are particularly susceptible to this type of HPV. Vulgar papillomas are usually benign in nature, they do not turn into oncological formations. strains 75-77, 26-29, 41, 38, 49, 57, 65 are responsible for the appearance of such neoplasms.
Simple types of viruses in the body include plantar warts. The name refers to the location of their appearance. The growth at the base grows singly, can be identified by the characteristic protruding edge. It usually does not cause discomfort, but can sometimes interfere with walking. In order not to confuse calluses and plantar warts, remember that the corn has a smooth and even surface on which the skin pattern appears. 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 different from other skin neoplasms.
It rises slightly above the skin, and if you look closely you can see that its dense-looking surface consists of small nodules. A flat wart does not have a predetermined shape, it can have jagged edges or, conversely, be rounded.
A flat papilloma does not have a keratinization process (death and keratinization of skin cells), therefore it does not have skin grooves characteristic of other types of papillomas.
The color of such a build-up is usually light, sometimes darkening and turning brown. Flat papilloma cannot be dark brown.
locations:
- shins;
- weapon;
- back;
- It is seen on the face, 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. They start to "burn" when you try to draw them.
Such formations should be shown to a dermatologist. It is unlikely that you will prescribe the right treatment for yourself. The doctor should examine you, make a diagnosis and prescribe treatment, taking into account all physical characteristics. Such growths are easier to eliminate as soon as they appear. Old growths will need to be removed by the operating method. Flat papillomas cause virus types 49, 28, 10.
Pointed papillomas (warts)
They have a characteristic appearance, which allows them not to be confused with other types of papillomaviruses. Outwardly, such a papilloma can be compared with a "cauliflower" or "cock comb". Condylomas are attached to the skin and grow on a short stalk. They are solitary and grow in large groups. Such an HPV neoplasm in women can reach a large size.
The color of the growths varies depending on where they appear. The condyloma can be white, fleshy, pale pink, and have a light red to chestnut color. Sometimes such growths secrete a foul-smelling fluid.
Genital warts are often injured due to a specific location.
The main localization of genital warts:
- sex organs.
- anal area.
- spoon.
- urethra.
- Vagina and cervix in women.
Such a human papillomavirus is transmitted exclusively sexually. Its development provokes the virus 69, 55, 54, 51, 44, 42, 6, 1
If left untreated, a pre-oncological condition may develop. The virus accumulates in tissues near growth and changes the composition of the DNA of the epithelium and mucous membranes, which provokes penile oncology in men and cervical cancer in women. Genital warts should be removed.
Filiform papillomas
These are also called acrochords. They mostly grow singly, but acrochord groups are also found. If it is accidentally torn, a new process will appear in its place again, moreover, the growth can grow by circulating throughout the body. They don't hurt.
There is a more aesthetic rejection of the deposit, especially if the papilloma has grown on the face. Color range from tan to brown. The acrochord is oblong and elastic, sometimes there are keratinized papillomas.
Favorite places of appearance of body parts with sensitive skin:
- face (eyelid area, nose);
- inguinal folds;
- tall;
- armpit;
- under the breast (in a woman).
If the acrochord appears on the face, a pouch and brush should not be used in order not to injure it. Armpit growths are often injured by a razor blade.
In order to prevent infection and the transformation of the disease into oncology, it is better to visit a doctor and remove the neoplasm in the clinic. The latter is rarely seen in filiform papillomas.
The viruses that cause this type of HPV are strains 2 and 7. Acrochords are more common in older people as the skin loses its elasticity over time.
Sometimes the disease affects children and adolescents.
These are the most common forms of HPV. According to the information on the types of viruses, you can independently make a preliminary diagnosis. For a more accurate diagnosis, a medical examination is necessary.
In addition to these forms of HPV, other types of papillomas also occur. For example, papillomatosis of the larynx, choroidal papilloma (grows in the brain), papillomas in the stomach are called gastric papillomas. Internal papillomas are the most dangerous, sometimes the patient goes to the doctor with advanced-stage HPV. You can die from internal neoplasms. For example, growths in the larynx interfere with the respiratory process and can cause suffocation. Any HPV disease requires immediate medical attention.