Vaginal papillomas are small, benign formations located in the perineal region and in the mucous membranes of the walls of the vagina. The reason for the appearance of such nodules, which in medicine are called warts, is the human papillomavirus infection. The treatment of this type of papilloma has its own characteristics, as most external means and alternative methods cannot be used on the mucosa.
How are papillomas in the vagina?
The woman herself can barely imagine what papillomas are like inside the vagina, usually the disease is diagnosed by chance during a gynecological exam.
Sometimes, with the location of growths on the lips and at the entrance to the vagina, a woman can feel for them while washing or using a hygienic shower. Small warts do not manifest at all and do not cause discomfort.
Warts look different: they may be pointed or resemble the shape of a cock's comb. There are single papillomas or large clumps of mixed growths. Sharp papillomas resemble white villi on the legs, which may burst, in which case a small amount of an unpleasant-smelling liquid comes out of them.
Observation! In the early stages of the disease, papillomas inside the vagina are small blood vessels that are difficult to notice even during a gynecological exam.
From a medical point of view, papillomas in the vagina are divided into two types:
- Exophytic. . . They are benign formations that stand out above the surface of the mucous membrane and are called sharp.
- endophytic. . . These condylomas grow within the epithelium, appear flat and not immediately noticeable. On examination, they are noted as small seals in the mucous membrane. It is these papillomas in the vagina that are most dangerous as they can degenerate into malignant tumors.
The color of the genital warts can be light pink or dark brown. As the disease develops, the formations grow and merge into lumps that resemble cauliflower inflorescences in appearance. Large clusters of papillomas are easily identified visually, in addition to causing significant discomfort to the woman, especially during sexual intercourse.
When papillomas appear in the vagina, symptoms of the disease may not be felt by the woman for a long time. The unpleasant sensations increase as the growths grow. During intercourse, they can get hurt and, in some cases, light bleeding and pain can occur. It is this type of discomfort that usually makes the woman look for the gynecologist, who makes the diagnosis.
Important! The disease is almost impossible to recognize at an early stage, as HPV has a long incubation period. The first symptoms may appear only 2-3 months after infection. The sooner the virus manifests, the better the prognosis for a complete recovery.
The reasons for the appearance of papillomas in the vagina
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The cause of the appearance and growth of papillomas in the vagina is papillomavirus infection. Most of the time, this location of genital warts is typical for women who neglect barrier contraceptives. Sometimes a man may not know he has the virus, often he doesn't have the symptoms of the disease, but in his partner they start to manifest quite clearly.
It must be said that it is possible to become infected with the papillomavirus even with protected sexual intercourse, since the carrier of the infection can be present in the skin and hair of the male external genital region. For infection, even minimal contact with the virus carrier is sufficient. Infection occurs especially easily when the body's defenses are weakened in a woman.
The very hitting of the pathogenic microflora in the mucous membranes of the female genital organs does not necessarily lead to the development of the disease. Papillomas inside the vagina begin to actively grow under the influence of a number of negative factors:
- systemic diseases of various etiologies that negatively affect the immune status (infectious diseases, endocrine system pathologies, genitourinary system problems, among others);
- submitted to surgical interventions, especially those associated with general anesthesia;
- excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, smoking;
- drug addiction, and immunity is visibly weakened under the influence of soft drugs and smoking mixtures;
- promiscuous sex life, frequent change of sexual partners;
- constant nervous tension, stress, lack of sleep;
- early pregnancy and childbirth in adolescence;
- inflammatory processes in the body, chronic sexually transmitted diseases;
- excessive physical activity, violation of the work and rest regime;
- unbalanced diet, anorexia, lack of vitamins and minerals in the body.
Also, papillomas in the vagina can be caused byexternal reasons, for example, poor environmental conditions or poor personal hygiene.
A catalyst for papillomavirus activation and the appearance of genital warts on the mucous membranes of the genitals may bethe presence of HIV in the body. . .
Important! The absence of papillomas in the vagina after sexual contact with an infected man does not mean that the woman has not contracted HPV. With strong immunity, the disease may not manifest at all, but the woman herself becomes a source of potential danger.
Treatment of papillomas in the vagina
Vaginal papillomas are just one manifestation of the human papillomavirus, so treatment will be effective when using a wide range of measures. First, antiviral therapy, which includes drugs for internal use, including injectables, and agents with local exposure, is performed. A certain effect is also given by traditional medicine prescriptions, which can only be used in consultation with the attending physician. Traditional methods of external use are also not always suitable for cauterizing vaginal papillomas, since they act on these formations very aggressively and can cause severe burns to the mucosa.
Medicines for the treatment of papillomas in the vagina
The choice of medications for the treatment of papillomas in the vagina depends on the result of the examination, which includes a series of mandatory diagnostic measures: gynecological examination with mirrors to detect the presence of genital warts, examination with a colposcope, which allows you to see flat growths, analysis for the type of human papillomavirus.
Based on the research and test results, the physician should prescribe a set of medications for internal and local use. This complex includes antiviral agents, drugs to boost immunity and agents to directly combat papillomas in the vagina. Among these drugs, the most effective can be distinguished:
- The newest means of strengthening the immune system, produced in tablet form with a dosage of 1 or 10 mg. The drug has no toxic effect. In addition to increasing immunity, the agent has an antitumor effect. Take 1 tablet daily before meals.
- Tablets made from plant materials with antiviral and bacteriostatic effect. In the treatment of papillomas in the vagina, 1 tablet is prescribed 3 times a day.
- One of the most modern antivirals with direct action on pathogenic microflora. Made in Israel. It also has an immunomodulatory effect. It is produced in the form of tablets in a dosage of 500 mg. The course of treatment usually lasts for 2 weeks with the intake of 2 tablets 3 times a day.
- The product is natural, is a strong immunomodulator and also has a pronounced antiviral activity. It is used for local exposure and is available in various dosage forms, including vaginal suppositories.
If there are papillomas in the vagina, drug treatment for this disease can only be determined by the treating physician, as each drug has its own contraindications and side effects. In some cases, drug therapy may suffice and the vaginal papillomas will disappear after one or more treatments.
Important! The treatment of papillomas in the vagina during the gestation period requires special care. Most popular antiviral medications should not be taken during pregnancy, so self-medication is not allowed during this period.
Removal of papillomas in the vagina by hardware
The removal of papillomas from the vagina by various hardware techniques is used in cases where drug treatment has not brought the expected result. The choice of method is made by the physician according to the equipment available and the individual characteristics of the disease's development.
Modern medicine offers the following methods:
- cryodestruction. . . This is the removal of papillomas using low temperatures. A popular and proven method for removing skin and mucous membrane formations. The action is based on the ability of liquid nitrogen to destroy the structure of the papillomas and stop their growth process. The latest devices are used in modern clinics. The procedure is affordable and popular because of its rapid healing, although it is accompanied by some discomfort during cauterization. The cost of the procedure depends on the level of the clinic.
- laser removal. . . The most modern, but also the most expensive, method of removing papillomas from the vagina. Its advantage is the ability to get rid of genital warts in 1 session with minimal discomfort. Under the action of a laser beam, the formation in the mucous membrane instantly dries up and disappears.
- electrocoagulation. . . The method of removing papillomas in the vagina is based on the ability of an electrical current to destroy the structure of tumors in the skin and mucous membranes and stop their growth.
- Removal of radio waves. . . This is the least painful way to remove papillomas, so it's especially popular. Under the influence of radio waves, the virus' DNA is destroyed and the multiplication of pathogenic cells becomes impossible.
Hardware methods for removing papillomas in the vagina are associated with certain difficulties due to the impossibility of accurately acting on the growths that are deep in the vagina, so only an experienced doctor can perform the procedure.
Popular Remedies for Vaginal Papillomas
Usually, doctors are not opposed to traditional methods of treating papillomas on the skin, but formations in the mucous membranes require special care. This is especially true for papillomas at the entrance to the vagina and on its walls. This location of tumors precludes the possibility of women accurately acting on the surface of genital warts, and there is a high risk of burning the surrounding tissue.
From traditional medicine, you can use sea buckthorn oil, which has a bactericidal effect, ammonia and tar soap.
It should be understood that alternative methods of treatment are additional to the main therapy as they cannot rid a woman of the root cause of genital warts. It is possible to get rid of human papillomavirus only with the help of long-term systemic treatment under the supervision of a qualified specialist.
Important! The use of any traditional medicine prescription requires a mandatory discussion with the treating physician.
Prevention of the appearance of papillomas in the vagina
The prevention of the appearance of papillomas in the vagina is reduced to observing the following recommendations:
- not having questionable sex without using a condom;
- if possible, inquire about the health status of the sexual partner;
- carefully monitor personal hygiene;
- avoid nervous and physical overload;
- adhere to the correct diet, eat more fruits and vegetables;
- consult a doctor at the first symptoms of the disease.
In conclusion, it must be said that HPV is a very common virus, and not all patients have pronounced symptoms of infection. The appearance of papillomas in the vagina requires treatment in the early stages of the disease; in this case, complex therapy can have a good effect.