– Papillomas are benign tumors in the form of lumps that are generally found in various parts of the body, such as in the neck, mouth, feet, hands, breasts and other body parts. Papillomas or often referred to as warts are brown or black in color.
Even though it is classified as a mild disease and does not spread to other parts of the body, you still have to be careful because this can increase your risk of cancer.
Find out the causes and how to eliminate them in the discussion of this article.
What is Papilloma, Is it Dangerous?
Quoted from the Andalas Health Journal entitled Diagnosis and Management of Recurrent Laryngeal Papillomas in Adults by Erwi Saswita et al, papillomas are tumors originating from infection with the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) which are benign, recurrent and at risk of becoming malignant.
Examples such as laryngeal papilloma which can infect the larynx and grow back quickly and if left unchecked can cause airway obstruction.
Reporting from the medicalnewstoday.com site, papillomas are non-cancerous lumps that grow outward and can cause problems in several locations. They are usually non-spreading and non-aggressive.
Although papillomas are not cancerous, they carry a high risk of cancer. For example, women who have received treatment for papilloma of the breast, may be monitored in the future if cancer also occurs.
Causes of the Appearance of Papillomas
The main cause of the appearance of papillomas is from the Human Papillomavirus (HPV), another cause is skin damage which will encourage the development of papillomas. If the wart is scratched or picked it can also cause further infection, the growth itself cannot spread to other locations.
Despite the link between HPV and cancer, especially cervical cancer, researchers believe it takes between 10 and 30 years for HPV to develop into a malignant condition.
How to Get Rid of Papillomas
Here’s how to get rid of papillomas quoted from dermatologs.com:
Freezing Papilloma or Cryodestruction
For effective growth destruction, a certain temperature must be reached. If the freezing is done slowly and without reaching the temperature necessary to destroy the tissue, the papillomas may reappear, multiply and increase in size.
Cryosurgery performed clinically not only destroys the growth but also acts like a vaccine against infected tissue.
Electrocoagulation Papilloma
This treatment is carried out by lifting the growth or cauterizing it with an electric current. Papilloma lumps will be burned and scraped slowly.
Laser Papilloma Removal
The wart tissue will be killed using a laser beam which will then come off on its own. The emitted energy destroys the target tissue, and leaves other tissues unaffected.
Papilloma Removal Surgery
This operation is performed by removing the wart and its tissue. The patient will be under local anesthesia, and the wound will require stitches.
How to prevent the appearance of papillomas
You can apply ways to prevent the appearance of papillomas by following the steps from everdayhealth.com:
Get the HPV Vaccine to Prevent HPV Associated Cancers
The gardasil 9 HPV vaccine protects against the various types of HPV that cause most cases of cervical cancer, as well as cancers of the vagina, vulva, penis, oropharynx, and other parts of the body. Gardasil 9 also protects against most genital warts.
It is recommended that all youth be vaccinated by age 11 or 12, prior to possible exposure to sexually transmitted strains of HPV.
Avoid having sex
One effective way to prevent transmission of HPV is to abstain from sexual contact. HPV is transmitted through skin-to-skin contact, and can infect areas not covered by condoms.
You may decide not to have sex if you are not in a committed relationship, are in a relationship but don’t feel ready to have sex, or for some other reason.
Don’t Start Having Sex Too Young
The younger you are when you start having sex, the greater your risk of contracting an HPV infection if you are exposed to this virus. The age group with the highest prevalence of HPV infection is 15 to 25 years old.
There is no way to know for sure whether partners, especially those who are known to be sexually experienced, have HPV. If you have sex at a young age, the best way to protect yourself is to get vaccinated beforehand.
The HPV vaccine is given in two or three doses, generally over 6 to 12 months. You can also lower your risk of HPV by using a condom from start to finish during any sexual encounter.
Limit Number of Pairs
Another HPV prevention strategy is to limit the number of partners you have. The more sexual partners, the more likely you are to be exposed to HPV, even one partner who has been exposed to HPV can infect you.
Several studies have shown that refraining from sexual activity for several months before having sex with a new partner can reduce the risk of transmitting HPV.
Use Condoms When Having Sex
If you are sexually active, using a condom can help reduce the risk of transmitting HPV. It is important to use a condom from the beginning to the end of every sex, including oral and anal sex.
Never reuse condoms, but use a new condom for every new type of sexual activity in one span of time.
For Men, Perform Circumcision
Various studies have shown that circumcised men have a lower risk of infection with HPV than those who are not, and their risk of infecting their partners is also lower.
Because circumcision alone does not guarantee against HPV infection, parents should still vaccinate their sons with HPV, regardless of circumcision status. The HPV vaccine is guaranteed to protect their sexual health.
Apply a Healthy Lifestyle
While no specific diet has been proven to prevent HPV infection or HPV-related cancers, there is evidence that following a diet high in vitamins and minerals can strengthen the immune system and possibly protect against the development of at least some cancers.
Get Screened to Know Early Pre-cancerous Changes
For some women, HPV infection causes cervical dysplasia, or abnormal changes in cervical cells. Cervical dysplasia can develop into cervical cancer, but early detection and treatment can help prevent that from happening.
Thus is an article about the causes and how to get rid of papillomas or warts. Hope it is useful.
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