The human body is an amazing system with many components, and among the microorganisms in it you can find not only beneficial and harmless microorganisms, but also bacteria that are harmful to health. Some of them are present in the body from birth, while others can appear during daily and / or sexual contact.
The latter includes the papilloma virus, which in no case can manifest itself for a long time. Its distribution is approximately equal between the two sexes, and they can appear in different areas (including the genitals). However, papillomas in men are not as dangerous as in women, which can be called, although small, but a consolation for representatives of the strong half of humanity.
What is HPV?
This virus spreads in human blood. Its infection contributes to the appearance of small papillomas, which are tumors (usually benign). On the body, they are not formed immediately, but over a period of time.
Flat papillomas can grow to a centimeter or more, and their appearance is usually concentrated in the armpits, face, and groin area. Today, doctors know more than a hundred varieties of the virus in question, and several of them can enter the body at the same time.
Features of papillomas on the male penis
Unfortunately, when genital formations appear on a man's penis, it just cannot be paid attention. For a long time, such growths do not manifest themselves in any way, since their location in hard-to-reach places often goes unnoticed and does not cause discomfort.
This situation is very unpleasant and even dangerous, because papillomas on the penis can eventually lead to more serious diseases, like squamous cell carcinoma, etc.
Of course, in practice, the human papillomavirus often does not lead to such serious consequences, but any risk should be taken into account. For this reason, experienced doctors recommend that you periodically undergo a comprehensive examination that can detect any viral ailments and diseases.
Important!
In addition, in men, neoplasms on the penis themselves appear very rarely, and most often they are preceded by all kinds of chronic or acute inflammatory processes.
Sometimes papillomas on the penis may not appear even though this virus is present in a man's body. In this case, the person is simply a carrier of HPV, but does not get sick from it.
However, the treatment procedure should be followed even in the absence of any signs of the disease, as the papilloma virus is easily transmitted through sexual and even household contact. As a result, your relatives and friends, whose immunity is not strong enough to suppress the infection, may get sick.
The danger of detecting growth on the male genital organ
Even small papillomas on the genitals of men pose a very high risk, as they can lead to the formation of cancerous tumors.
However, modern medicine is well developed, and you can get rid of the problem quite quickly. Prompt treatment of papillomas on the penis lasts about a week and gives an excellent result without relapse.
If you delay in contacting a doctor, you cannot do without surgery. In this case, there is a risk of subsequent degeneration of the papillomas on the head of the penis.
In such a situation, their treatment will be more difficult and take a long time. Nevertheless, this situation is quite solvable without any unpleasant consequences, and you just need to consult your doctor in time.
Features of the diagnosis of the disease
It is possible to independently diagnose human papillomavirus on a man's penis, although some inaccuracies in the definition of the disease are still possible.
But you will not be able to determine the stage of development of the disease without an experienced doctor. Any conclusion can be drawn only on the basis of the conclusion of a qualified urologist, whose task is to interview and examine the patient.
In addition, with papillomas on the penis and testicles, it is necessary to pass a number of tests, the main of which is a smear for the determination of HPV. If the doctor finds concomitant diseases, their treatment may be necessary at first, and only after that a plan for the papillomavirus will be drawn up.
As for how to treat papillomas, there are no uniform recommendations for all men. It also depends a lot on the results of examinations, individual characteristics of the organism and intolerance to the components of drugs.
For this reason, self-treatment at home without first consulting a professional doctor can have unpleasant consequences.
How do papillomas develop on a man's penis?
As already noted several times above, without competent and prompt treatment of benign papillomas, they can develop over time into malignant tumors. In order not to regret the delay, when it is already too late, it is better to contact a dermatovenerologist and a urologist as soon as possible. It is these two specialists who will help you in solving the problem associated with papillomas on the skin of the penis.
Once HPV enters the human body, neoplasms on the body do not appear immediately. Depending on the epithelial activity and the functioning of the immune system, papillomas of the penis can appear very quickly or long after infection. However, in any case, they go through the following stages of their development:
- The transition of phimosis to an advanced stage;
- Accumulation of smegma under the inner sheet of the foreskin;
- Subsequent infection of smegma with urine, which often becomes the cause of the formation of malignant tumors;
- Inflammation of the head and trunk of the penis;
- Erosion of the penis;
- The appearance of a pronounced papilloma, which can then lead to the development of penile cancer.
The importance of rapid removal of papillomas on the penis
Of course, papillomas on the glans penis are very unpleasant. And it's not just about the possible discomfort or the likelihood of developing other illnesses, but also the shame a man may feel when he goes to the doctor.
It is for this reason that many representatives of the strong half of humanity are in no hurry to treat papillomas of the penis, hoping that they will disappear with time or relying on their own strength.
In fact, you are risking your health even more. HPV is exactly the case when you have to be as open as possible with the doctor. In this case, it is necessary not only to pass the necessary tests, but also to answer all the doctor's questions, no matter how personal.
Only then will a specialist be able to say with certainty why neoplasms appeared on the penis and what to do to get rid of papillomas.
Usually, drugs alone do not solve the problem, so you may need to intervene to completely remove papillomas from the penis. This can be done in several popular ways:
- Cryosurgery.In this case, the neoplasms are removed with liquid nitrogen. The advantage of such a procedure is the complete absence of contraindications, and it can be used at any stage of the development of the disease. However, you may prefer other methods if you want to experience as few unpleasant sensations as possible. Cryosurgery is considered the most painful way to remove papilloma on the head of the penis, and after that there is a risk of ulceration and / or erosion.
- Electrocoagulation.A quick and almost painless procedure that leaves no scars or scars. Unfortunately, it also has some drawbacks, and under the influence of the needle electrode, pigment spots can form on the penis.
- Radio waves.Of all the ways papillomas can be removed, this is one of the most attractive. A relative novelty and, therefore, the lack of sufficiently long tests does not allow him to become a leader in medicine. The available results prove that papillomas can be cured with radio waves not only quickly and painlessly, but also very carefully. After such an operation, absolutely no traces remain on the penis.
- Chemical solutions.If the growths around the head are small, special solutions applied to the growths are the best solution. With their help, the papilloma on the head disappears on its own, leaving almost no traces. But solutions are not suitable for everyone, as they sometimes cause allergies.
- Scalpel.Conventional surgery has been used for many years, so the removal of papillomas on the head of the penis in this way is considered the most proven and reliable option. There is no pain in this case due to the use of local anesthesia, but the appearance of a scar after the procedure is very likely.
To remove papillomas once and for all, drug treatment after the growths have been removed is also an important part of the treatment. In its framework, folk remedies can be used in addition, but it is not recommended to do without them alone.
Important!
Since the papilloma appears on the genital trunk due to a virus, the use of antiviral agents is mandatory. After such drugs, the concentration of HPV in human blood decreases and the immune system resumes its normal work.
Prevent HPV and Prevent Infection
If you do not even want to know what papillomas look like, you need to follow several important recommendations from experienced doctors. With their help, you can prevent the possibility of neoplasms on the penis and avoid many other problems. The first step is to understand why papillomas appear on the genitals. They can occur due to:
- Domestic contact with an infected person or objects they have recently touched;
- Intimacy with the carrier of the virus;
- Long-term use of antibiotics, which led to a significant deterioration in immunity;
- Constant stress and persistent bad habits.
Most often, benign tumors on the foreskin appear after intercourse (not only classic, but also anal or oral) in an infected partner. Therefore, you should always use condoms during intimate contact with unknown girls.
Also, one should not forget about the rules of personal hygiene, since the work of the immune system, as well as the progression of infections and viruses, largely depends on it. You should not come into contact with the personal effects of someone you do not know or of a loved one who is showing signs of the illness.
Stopping bad habits like drinking alcohol and smoking is still one of the best ways to protect yourself from many illnesses. This is especially important if the frequency of your consumption and consumption of cigarettes is very high.
Remember to live a healthy life. Papilloma on the scrotum and penis will never appear if your immunity is high. Exercise, watch your diet, and take vitamins periodically. The last point may not be necessary for everyone, but in winter and during stressful times of life, the protective function of the body always needs additional support.
In order to never observe white formations on the bridle, trunk and scrotum of your genital organ, you can also resort to vaccination. Modern medicine offers several vaccine preparations at once, which fight against the popular strains of the virus 16 and 18, resulting in the growth of white, pink or brown papillomas.
The downside to this approach is that the vaccines available today are very new and have not passed the standard tests for this class of drugs.
How to get rid of papillomas on the penis with folk remedies?
Mankind has known about viruses for a very long time, and before the breakthrough in medicine, seen for just over a century, people had to deal with them with improvised means. Thanks to this, many popular recipes and ways to get rid of HPV were created.
Of course, it is always easier to remove the papilloma with the help of professional drugs, but at the same time you can use the achievements of popular craftsmen in addition to the main treatment plan or use them for preventive purposes.
The recommendations below can be used both separately and in combination. To be on the safe side, it is only important to consult your doctor, since a viral infection was caused by another disease or, on the contrary, caused the development of a new disease, then some alternative treatment methods will only domake the situation worse.
But after the diagnosis, examination and the absence of contraindications, you can safely apply the following recipes:
- Apply tea tree oil to the warts until they disappear completely. It is necessary to carry out the procedure several times a week, and if the spread of neoplasms on the skin is too large, the frequency of application of the agent may be increased;
- Use vinegar. This remedy should be used with caution and only on the affected area. You need to apply vinegar to the papilloma once a day. After such a procedure, the accumulation should quickly fall;
- Application of magnesia twice a day;
- Removal of the tumor with celandine juice. This method is one of the most effective. Even in conventional medicines, celandine is very often used as the main active principle;
- Honey to enhance the effect. Celandine juice will work even better if the papilloma is smeared with honey at night;
- Egg white. This remedy will only bring results if it is used on a new papilloma. Education, which appeared a long time ago, cannot be suppressed in this way;
- Tinctures of rosehip and / or echinacea. On their own, they will not give any effect, but in combination with other folk remedies, recovery will come faster;
- Garlic application. This food product fights warts well, but for more convenient and safe use, it should be carefully crushed, mixed with hand cream, and then applied only to the affected area of the skin.