Each strain of HPV causes its own types of papillomas. They differ in external form and place of appearance. You have low or high oncogenic levels. Papilloma is a consequence of the HPV virus. Sometimes skin neoplasms appear on the human skin in completely different places with certain common symptoms. They have one common name - papillomas. They differ from each other in form, structure, location on the body, degree of oncogenic risk. Depending on these factors, papillomas have their own special names. What are papillomas and why do they appear?
What are papillomas?
"Papilloma-shaped tumor", this is how the term papilloma is translated from Latin. These skin growths are caused by the HPV virus. Any papilloma is a benign tumor, but depending on the strain (type) of the papillomavirus, they have an oncogenic risk.
The variety 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 colors. The color scheme of the papilloma can range from light to almost black. Sometimes an elongated papilloma grows on the body, other types of HPV are flat or, on the contrary, overgrown, resembling a cock's comb.
Only a doctor can determine the nature of the papillomavirus by performing the necessary diagnostics:
- visual examination of the patient;
- perform tests to determine the strain of the virus.
The virus enters the body under favorable conditions. You must be in contact with a virus carrier or contaminated objects and your immunity must be weakened.
Normally, the immune system easily blocks HPV, there are several reasons why it fails:
- long-term medication;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- drug use;
- excessive consumption of alcohol and cigarettes.
Any type of this disease requires timely treatment. Papillomas on the body have an unpleasant property of growing and sometimes mutating into an oncological disease. A visit to the doctor is a necessary preventive measure.
Simple papillomas (vulgar)
This is the most common type of papilloma on the body. People call them warts, they appear gradually. First, a small lump grows on the skin. Gradually, its diameter increases and changes color from pale flesh to a richer brownish color. The structure of the vulgar papilloma also changes, it becomes hard, and keratinization occurs.
Vulgar papillomas are more common in the following places:
- palms;
- fingers;
- the skin between the fingers
- roads;
- sometimes occurs on the face, back, neck
Such neoplasms can appear in groups. The "mother's papilloma" appears first, followed by daughter growths.
Children and adolescents are particularly susceptible to this type of HPV. Vulgar papillomas are usually benign in nature, they do not degenerate into oncological formations. Strains 75-77, 26-29, 41, 38, 49, 57, 65 are responsible for the appearance of such neoplasms.
Common types of viruses on the body include plantar warts. The name indicates their place of origin. The growth on the sole grows singly and can be recognized by the characteristic protruding border. It usually does not cause discomfort, but sometimes it can interfere with walking. In order not to confuse a corn with a plantar wart, remember that the surface of the corn is smooth and smooth, on which the skin pattern appears. Plantar warts are caused by strains 1-4.
Both of them are easily removed in a medical clinic. However, do not rush to the doctor, such growths may disappear on their own.
Flat papillomas
This growth is immediately different from other skin neoplasms.
It barely rises above the skin, a closer look shows that its surface, which looks dense, seems to consist of small nodules. A flat wart does not have a predetermined shape, it can be with uneven edges or, conversely, rounded.
A flat papilloma does not have a keratinization process (death and keratinization of skin cells), so it does not have skin furrows characteristic of other types of papillomas.
The color of such an accumulation is usually light, sometimes it darkens and turns brown. A flat papilloma cannot be dark brown.
Places:
- shins;
- hands;
- back;
- on the face it appears on the cheeks, around the eyes and on the chin.
Flat neoplasms are immediately noticeable to outsiders (if they are in open areas). In addition to visual ugliness, they cause physical discomfort in the form of itching. When you try to scratch them, they start to "burn".
Such formations should be shown to a dermatologist. You are unlikely to give yourself the right treatment. The doctor must examine you, make a diagnosis and, taking into account all physical characteristics, prescribe treatment. Such growths are easier to remove immediately after they appear. Old growths will have to be removed surgically. Flat papillomas are caused by viruses of 49, 28, 10 types.
Pointed papillomas (warts)
They have a characteristic appearance, so they cannot be confused with other types of papillomavirus. Externally, such a papilloma can be compared to "cauliflower" or "rooster's comb". Condylomas attach to the skin and grow on a short stalk. They are solitary and grow in large groups. Such a female HPV neoplasm can reach a large size.
The color of growths varies depending on where they appear. Condylomas can be white, soft, light pink, and light red to maroon in color. Sometimes such growths secrete a liquid with an unpleasant smell.
Genital warts are often affected by a specific location.
The main localization of genital warts:
- Genitals.
- Anal region.
- Crotch.
- Urethra.
- Female vagina and cervix.
This type of human papilloma virus is transmitted only through sexual contact. Its development provokes a virus 69, 55, 54, 51, 44, 42, 6, 1
If left untreated, a pre-cancerous condition may develop. The virus accumulates in the tissues near the growth and changes the DNA composition of the epithelium and mucous membranes, which causes penile oncology in men and cervical cancer in women. Genital warts must be removed.
Filiform papillomas
They are also called acrochords. It usually grows singly, but groups of acrochords are also found. If it is accidentally torn off, a new process will appear again in its place, and the growth can wander around the body and grow. They do not cause pain.
A more aesthetic rejection of accumulation, especially if the papilloma has grown on the face. Color range from flesh tone to brown. The acrochord is elongated and elastic, sometimes with keratinized papillomas.
Favorite areas of the body with tender skin:
- face (eyelid area, nose);
- groin folds;
- on neck;
- armpits;
- under the breast (female).
If an acrochord appears on the face, scrubs and brushes should not be used, so as not to injure it. Underarm growths are often injured by razors.
It is better to visit a doctor and remove the neoplasm in the clinic to avoid infection and the disease degenerating into oncology. The latter rarely occurs with filiform papillomas.
The viruses that cause this type of HPV are strains 2 and 7. Acrochords are more common in older people because the skin loses its elasticity over time.
Sometimes the disease affects children and adolescents.
These are the most common forms of HPV. Based on the information about the virus types, you can make a preliminary diagnosis on your own. In order to establish a more accurate diagnosis, it is necessary to undergo a medical examination.
In addition to these forms of HPV, other types of papillomas also occur. For example, laryngeal papillomatosis, choroidal papilloma (growing in the brain), papillomas in the stomach are called gastric papillitis. The most dangerous are internal papillomas, sometimes the patient goes to the doctor with an advanced stage of HPV. You can die from internal neoplasms. For example, growths in the larynx disrupt the breathing process and can cause asphyxiation. Any HPV disease requires immediate medical attention.