Papillomas in the vagina are small formations of a benign nature, localized in the perineal area and on the mucous membrane of the vaginal walls. The reason for the appearance of such nodules, which in medicine are called warts, is infection with the human papillomavirus. Treatment of this type of papilloma has its own characteristics, since most of the means for external use and alternative methods cannot be used on mucous membranes.
What do papillomas in the vagina look like?
The woman herself can hardly imagine what a papilloma looks like inside the vagina, usually this disease is diagnosed by chance during a gynecological examination.
Sometimes, with the localization of growths on the labia and the entrance to the vagina, a woman can grope them while washing or washing. Minor warts do not manifest themselves in any way and do not cause any discomfort.
Warts differ in appearance: they can be pointed or resemble the shape of a comb. There are single papillomas or accumulations of large combined growths. Pointy papillomas resemble white villi on the legs, which can burst, in this case a small amount of unpleasant-smelling discharge oozes out of them.
Notes! In the early stages of the disease, papillomas inside the vagina are tiny spider veins that are difficult to spot even during a gynecological examination.
From a medical point of view, vaginal papillomas are divided into two types:
- exophytic. . . These are formations of a benign nature that protrude above the surface of the mucous membrane, and it is they that are called spiky.
- endophyte. . . Such condyloma grow inside the epithelium, in appearance they are flat and not immediately noticeable. On examination, they are noted as small seals on the mucous membrane. Papilloma in the vagina is the most dangerous, because it can turn into a malignant tumor.
Genital warts can be light pink or dark brown in color. With the development of the disease, the formations grow and merge into outgrowths resembling cauliflower inflorescences in their appearance. Large groups of papillomas are easy to visually identify, in addition, they bring significant discomfort to a woman, especially during sexual intercourse.
When papillomas appear in the vagina, the symptoms of the disease may not be felt by a woman for a long time. The unpleasant sensation increased as he grew. During sexual intercourse, they can be injured, in some cases, slight bleeding and pain may occur. It is this kind of discomfort that usually makes a woman turn to a gynecologist, who makes the diagnosis.
Important! The disease is almost impossible to recognize in its early stages, because HPV has a long incubation period. The first symptoms may appear only 2-3 months after infection. The sooner the virus manifests itself, the better the prognosis for a full 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 a papilloma virus infection. Most often, such localization of genital warts is typical for women who neglect barrier contraception. Sometimes a man may not know that he is a carrier of the virus, he often has no symptoms of the disease, but in his partner they begin to manifest themselves quite clearly.
It must be said that it is possible to become infected with the papilloma virus even with protected sexual intercourse, since carriers of the infection can be present on the skin and hair of the external male genital area. For infection, minimal contact with a virus carrier is sufficient. Infection occurs especially easily when the body's defenses are weakened in a woman.
Strongly hitting the pathogenic microflora on the mucous membranes of the female genital organs does not always lead to the development of the disease. Papillomas in the vagina begin to grow actively under the influence of a number of negative factors:
- systemic diseases of various etiologies that negatively affect the immune status (infectious diseases, pathologies of the endocrine system, problems with the genitourinary system, etc. );
- undergoing surgical interventions, especially those related to general anesthesia;
- excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, smoking;
- drug addiction, and immunity is noticeably weakened under the influence of mild drugs and smoking mixtures;
- free sex life, frequently changing sexual partners;
- constant nervous tension, stress, lack of sleep;
- early pregnancy and teen delivery;
- inflammatory processes in the body, chronic sexually transmitted diseases;
- excessive physical exertion, violation of the regime of work and rest;
- unbalanced diet, anorexia, lack of vitamins and minerals in the body.
In addition, papillomas in the vagina can be triggered by:external reasons, for example, poor environmental conditions or poor personal hygiene.
A catalyst for the activation of the papillomavirus and the appearance of genital warts on the mucous membranes of the genital organs canpresence 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 itself in any way, but the woman herself becomes a source of potential danger.
Vaginal papilloma treatment
Papilloma in the vagina is only a manifestation of the human papillomavirus, therefore, treatment will be effective when using a wide variety of measures. First of all, antiviral drug therapy is carried out, which includes drugs for internal use, including injections, and agents for local exposure. Certain effects are also provided by the prescription of folk remedies, which can only be used in consultation with the treating doctor. Traditional means for external use are also not always suitable for cauterization of vaginal papillomas, since they act on such formations too aggressively and can cause serious burns of the mucous membranes.
Medicines for the treatment of papillomas in the vagina
The choice of drug for the treatment of papillomas in the vagina depends on the results of the examination, which includes a number of mandatory diagnostic measures: a gynecological examination using a mirror 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 research and analysis results, the doctor should prescribe a set of drugs for internal and local use. This complex includes antiviral agents, drugs to increase immunity and agents for direct combating papillomas in the vagina. Among these drugs, the most effective can be distinguished:
- The latest means to strengthen the immune system, produced in the form of tablets with a dose of 1 or 10 mg. The drug has no toxic effect. In addition to enhancing immunity, the agent has an antitumor effect. Take 1 tablet daily before meals.
- Tablets made from plant materials with antiviral and bacteriostatic effects. In the treatment of papillomas in the vagina, 1 tablet is prescribed 3 times a day.
- One of the most modern antiviral drugs that act directly on the pathogenic microflora. Manufactured in Israel. It also has an immunomodulatory effect. It is produced in the form of tablets at a dose of 500 mg. The course of treatment usually lasts 2 weeks with the intake of 2 tablets 3 times a day.
- This product is natural, is a strong immunomodulator, and also has pronounced antiviral activity. It is used for local exposure and is available in various dosage forms, including vaginal suppositories.
If papillomas are found in the vagina, how to treat this disease with drugs can only be determined by the attending physician, since each drug has its own contraindications and side effects. In some cases, drug therapy may be sufficient and the vaginal papilloma will go away after one or more treatments.
Important! Treatment of papillomas in the vagina during pregnancy requires special care. Most of the popular antiviral drugs should not be taken during pregnancy, so self-medication is not allowed during this period.
Vaginal papilloma hardware removal
Removal of papillomas in the vagina by various hardware techniques is used in cases where drug treatment does not bring the expected result. The choice of method is made by the doctor on the basis of available equipment and the individual characteristics of the development of the disease.
Modern medicine offers the following methods:
- Krio Destruction. . . This is the removal of the papilloma using a low temperature. A popular and well-proven method for removing formations on the skin and mucous membranes. This action is based on the ability of liquid nitrogen to destroy the structure of the papilloma and stop its growth process. The latest devices are used in modern clinics. This procedure is affordable and popular because of its fast healing, although it is accompanied by 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 in the vagina. The advantage is the ability to remove genital warts in 1 session with minimal discomfort. Under the action of a laser beam, the formations on the mucous membrane instantly dry up and disappear.
- Electrocoagulation. . . The method of removing papillomas in the vagina is based on the ability of an electric current to destroy growth structures on the skin and mucous membranes and stop their growth.
- Radio wave removal. . . This is the least painful way to remove papillomas, so it is very popular. Under the influence of radio waves, viral 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 growths deep in the vagina, therefore, only experienced doctors can perform this procedure.
Folk remedies for papillomas in the vagina
Usually, doctors do not object to traditional methods of treating papillomas on the skin, but formations on the mucous membrane require special treatment. This is especially true for papillomas at the entrance to the vagina and on its walls. Such localization of growths excludes the possibility for women to act accurately on the surface of genital warts, and there is a high risk of burning the surrounding tissue.
From folk remedies, 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 in addition to the main therapy, because they cannot exclude a woman from the root cause of the appearance of genital warts. It is possible to get rid of the human papillomavirus only with the help of long-term systemic treatment under the supervision of a qualified specialist.
Important! The use of any prescription for folk remedies requires a mandatory discussion with the attending physician.
Prevention of the appearance of papillomas in the vagina
Prevention of the appearance of papillomas in the vagina is reduced by adhering to the following recommendations:
- not to have questionable sex without using a condom;
- if possible, ask about the state of health of sexual partners;
- carefully monitor personal hygiene;
- avoiding 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 on the vagina requires treatment at an early stage of the disease, in which case complex therapy can have a good effect.