Papillomas in the vagina are small benign formations that are localized in the perineal area and on the mucous membranes of the vaginal walls. The reason for the appearance of such nodules, which are called warts in medicine, is infection with the human papillomavirus. Treatment of this type of papilloma has its own features, since most of the means for external use and alternative methods can not be applied to mucous membranes.
What do papillomas look like in the vagina?
The woman herself can hardly imagine what papillomas look like in the vagina, usually the disease is diagnosed by chance during a pelvic examination.
Sometimes, with the localization of growths in the labia and at the entrance to the vagina, a woman can feel for them while washing or showering. Small warts do not manifest themselves in any way and do not cause discomfort.
Warts differ in appearance: they can be pointed or resemble a cock's comb in shape. There are single papillomas or large growths that have grown together. Pointed papillomas resemble white villi on the legs that can burst, with a small amount of an unpleasant-smelling liquid leaking from them.
Notice! In the early stages of the disease, papillomas in the vagina are small spider veins that are difficult to see, even on a pelvic exam.
From a medical point of view, papillomas in the vagina are divided into two types:
- Exophytic. . . These are benign formations that stand out above the surface of the mucous membrane and they are called prickly.
- Endophytic. . . Such condylomas grow in the epithelium, look flat and are not immediately recognizable. When examined, they are seen as small seals on the mucous membrane. These papillomas in the vagina are the most dangerous as they can degenerate into malignant tumors.
The color of genital warts can be either light pink or dark brown. As the disease develops, the formations grow and merge into growths that are similar in appearance to cauliflower inflorescences. Large accumulations of papillomas are easy to see visually, and they also cause a woman significant discomfort, especially during sexual intercourse.
If papillomas appear in the vagina, then the symptoms of the disease can not be felt by a woman for a long time. Unpleasant sensations increase with increasing growth. They can be injured during intercourse, and in some cases they may bleed easily and painfully. It is this type of discomfort that usually leads a woman to turn to a gynecologist for a diagnosis.
Important! The disease is hardly recognizable in the early stages because HPV has a long incubation period. The first symptoms may not appear until 2-3 months after infection. The sooner the virus manifests, 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 infection with papillomaviruses. Most often, such a localization of genital warts is typical for women who neglect barrier contraceptives. Sometimes a man may not know that he is a carrier of the virus, often he does not have symptoms of the disease, but in his partner they begin to manifest themselves quite clearly.
It should be noted that an infection with the papillomavirus is possible even with protected sexual intercourse, as the carrier of the infection can be present on the skin and hair in the male external genital area. Minimal contact with the carrier of the virus is sufficient for infection. Infection is particularly easy when a woman's defenses are weakened.
The mere hit of the pathogenic microflora on the mucous membranes of the female genital organs does not necessarily lead to the development of the disease. Papillomas in 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, pathologies of the endocrine system, problems with the genitourinary system and others);
- have undergone surgery, particularly those associated with general anesthesia;
- excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages, smoking;
- Drug addiction, and immunity is noticeably weakened under the influence of light drugs and smoking mixtures;
- promiscuous sex life, frequent change of sexual partners;
- constant nervous tension, stress, lack of sleep;
- Early pregnancy and youth birth;
- inflammatory processes in the body, chronic sexually transmitted diseases;
- excessive physical activity, 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 provoked byexternal reasons, for example poor environmental conditions or poor personal hygiene.
A catalyst for the activation of papillomaviruses and the appearance of genital warts on the mucous membranes of the genital organs can 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 did not contract HPV. With a strong immunity, the disease can in no way manifest itself, but the woman herself becomes a potential source of danger.
Treatment of papillomas in the vagina
Papillomas in the vagina are just one manifestation of the human papillomavirus, so a whole range of measures are effective for treatment. First of all, antiviral drug therapy is carried out, which includes drugs for internal use, including injections, and means for local exposure. A certain effect is also given by folk medicine recipes, which can only be used in consultation with the attending physician. Conventional means for external use are also not always suitable for cauterizing vaginal papillomas, since they are too aggressive to act on such formations and can cause severe burns of the mucous membrane.
Medicines to treat papillomas in the vagina
The choice of drugs for the treatment of papillomas in the vagina depends on the results of the examination, which includes a number of mandatory diagnostic measures: gynecological examination with mirrors to detect genital warts, examination with a colposcope, which allows you to see flat growths, analysis forthe type of human papillomavirus.
Based on the research and the results of the analyzes, the doctor must prescribe a number of drugs for internal and local use. This complex includes antivirals, drugs to strengthen immunity and means to directly fight papillomas in the vagina. Among these drugs, the most effective can be distinguished:
- The latest means of strengthening the immune system, made 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 anti-tumor effect. Take 1 tablet a day before meals.
- Tablets made from vegetable materials with antiviral and bacteriostatic effects. When treating papillomas in the vagina, 1 tablet is prescribed three times a day.
- One of the most modern antiviral drugs that acts directly on the pathogenic microflora. Made in Israel. It also has an immunomodulatory effect. It is produced in the form of tablets with a dosage of 500 mg. The course of treatment usually lasts 2 weeks with the intake of 2 tablets 3 times a day.
- The product is on a natural basis, is a powerful immunomodulator and also has pronounced antiviral activity. It is used for local exposure and is available in a variety of dosage forms, including vaginal suppositories.
If papillomas are found in the vagina, then only the attending physician can treat this disease with drugs, since each of the drugs has its own contraindications and side effects. In some cases, drug therapy may be sufficient and vaginal papillomas disappear after one or more treatments.
Important! Treatment of papillomas in the vagina during pregnancy requires special care. Most of the common antiviral drugs should not be used during pregnancy, so self-medication is not allowed during this time.
Hardware removal of papillomas in the vagina
The removal of papillomas in the vagina by various hardware techniques is used in cases when drug treatment did not bring the expected result. The choice of the method is made by the doctor on the basis of the equipment available and the individual characteristics of the development of the disease.
Modern medicine offers the following methods:
- Cryodestruction. . . This is the removal of papillomas using low temperatures. A popular and proven method of removing formations on the skin and mucous membranes. The action is based on the ability of liquid nitrogen to destroy the structure of papillomas and stop their growth process. The latest devices are used in modern clinics. The procedure is affordable and popular because of its quick 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 in the vagina. Its advantage is the ability to get rid of genital warts in one session with minimal discomfort. Under the action of a laser beam, the formation on the mucous membrane dries out immediately and disappears.
- Electrocoagulation. . . The method of removing papillomas in the vagina is based on the ability of an electric current to destroy the structure of growths on the skin and mucous membranes and stop their growth.
- Radio wave removal. . . This is the least painful method of removing papillomas, so it's especially popular. Under the influence of radio waves, the DNA of the virus is destroyed and further reproduction of pathogenic cells becomes impossible.
Hardware methods of removing papillomas in the vagina involve certain difficulties, as it is impossible to precisely target the growths deep in the vagina. Therefore, only an experienced doctor can perform the 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 membranes require special care. This is especially true of papillomas at the entrance to the vagina and on its walls. Such localization of growths excludes the possibility for women to act precisely on the surface of genital warts, and there is a high risk of burning the surrounding tissues.
From traditional medicine, you can use sea buckthorn oil, which has bactericidal properties, ammonia and tar soap.
It is understood that alternative methods of treatment complement the main therapy, since they cannot rid a woman of the 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 a prescription for traditional medicine requires an obligatory conversation with the attending physician.
Preventing the appearance of papillomas in the vagina
Prevention of the appearance of papillomas in the vagina is reduced to compliance with the following recommendations:
- not having questionable sex without a condom;
- If possible, inquire about the health status of the sexual partner;
- carefully monitor personal hygiene;
- avoid nervous and physical overload;
- stick to proper diet, eat more fruits and vegetables;
- consult a doctor at the first symptoms of the disease.
In summary, it can 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 at the earliest stages of the disease. In this case, complex therapy can have a good effect.