It is necessary for each person to take a closer look at the types of papillomas in general. Such information is useful in that some types of warts have a very high oncogenic content, and if they appear on the body, a person can immediately consult a doctor.
Each of the types of neoplasms has its own unique external characteristics and it is worth getting acquainted with them a little more closely.
Common or vulgar wart - description
Carriers of the papillomavirus are 90% of the earth's inhabitants. For some, it may remain dormant throughout life, but there are those who cannot get rid of warts. Most often on the skin you can observe the usual papilloma caused by various viral organisms numbered 7, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19-24, 26, 27, 29, 55.
Papillomas of the vulgar type are manifested on the human body due to the following external features:
- the shape is round or hemispherical;
- the color is slightly darker than flesh or brown;
- rises above the skin level by 2-4 millimeters;
- has an even and smooth structure, soft texture;
- Attached to the human body thanks to a special leg.
Such a problem can form in the arms, legs, back, face and neck. Some people confuse such benign formations with birthmarks, but in fact these two concepts are completely different.
Such a problem has no noticeable symptoms, warts of this type have a very low level of oncogenicity and do not necessarily require removal. If a person has a desire, he can remove the growth using laser therapy, liquid nitrogen freezing, special patches, or standard surgical interventions.
Description of filiform warts
Varieties of papillomas can tell you exactly which genotype of the viral organism is causing the problem. It is not uncommon for thread warts to be found on the neck or face. They are small enough, located on a long leg and practically do not cause discomfort. The characteristic features of papillomas of this particular type should be called:
- rather small, almost tiny;
- the leg is long and very thin, resembling a thread;
- flesh or light brown;
- quite soft and pleasant structure.
Thread warts can appear on the eyelid, neck, and near the mouth. If they grow on any other part of the body, then there is nothing strange here, because the human papillomavirus can look completely unexpected. Filamentous papillomas are also called anronorades, and doctors do not give clear recommendations for their removal. When this particular type of problem occurs, there are no clear recommendations for removal.
Flat papillomas - main features
Flat warts are a fairly common type of papillomas that most often appear at a young age.
Small flat warts are observed on the body of adolescents, which over time disappear on their own.
The probability of a flat neoplasm appearing at a more mature age is also quite high, since the problem is caused by virus strains numbered 43, 55, 53 and some more.
In terms of appearance, this problem has the following characteristics:
- practically does not protrude above the level of the skin or the elevation is minimal;
- Flesh or light brown tint;
- most commonly occurs in a single variant;
- does not cause discomfort, can be of minimal or rather large size.
Such a problem causes only visual discomfort, since they do not cause any particular problems to worry about. The doctor may prescribe antiviral therapy caused by taking antiviral drugs. If a person feels visual discomfort in the presence of a flat wart, the papilloma can be removed surgically, by laser or cold cautery.
Pointed papillomas or warts
The most dangerous for humans are pointed papillomas. They are caused by viral organisms numbered 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 59, 70, 30, 39, 55, 57, 67, 69. Such formations have a very high oncogenic level and are most often found in the intimate areas of both men and women.
The external signs of genital warts that appear as a result of the activity of the human papillomavirus are considered:
- cone-shaped growths, various sizes;
- a fairly high rise above the level of the skin;
- the presence of a wart is not in a single variant;
- a significant number of papillomas form a formation very similar to cauliflower;
- Education not only on the skin, but also on the mucous membranes;
- Flesh, light brown or pink.
The appearance of these growths in the intimate area causes a lot of discomfort. A person feels constant itching, feels uncomfortable during intimacy, and there may be a not too pleasant smell.
If the problem is detected in a woman, she is offered to undergo screening. Treatment of the problem directly depends on what specific diagnosis the doctors make. If the formations have already become malignant, surgery is performed, chemotherapy is used. With the refutation of such a serious diagnosis, patients are still recommended to remove growths and conduct antiviral therapy.
Plantar warts - main features
Some HPV genotypes cause warts on the soles of the feet and palms. They often resemble common corns but are quite painful. The main features of the problematic formations of this type should be called the following external manifestations:
- in color the growths practically do not differ from the skin color;
- protrude slightly above the level of the skin;
- often resemble a small knot on the leg and have some mobility.
Complaints from growths appear only because they appeared in such a zone. Due to excessive formation, it is painful for a person to step on his foot completely, and if the papilloma is on the arm, then during the performance of some kind of robot there is a lot of discomfort. It is imperative that such growths are removed, as they can be damaged very easily, which often leads to blood poisoning.
Plantar warts have a low oncogenic content but are quite dangerous as they are easily damaged without realizing it. With such a problem, it is necessary to conduct antiviral therapy, surgically remove the growth with a laser or liquid nitrogen. A small wound remains after the operation, but it heals completely within a few days.
Papillomas at the basal end and senile warts
There are papillomas that appear exclusively in people over a certain age. These types of benign growths include papillomas with basal ends. Such new formations are also considered age warts (picture).
Externally, such benign growths can be described as follows:
- in color they practically do not differ from the standard color of the skin;
- rather soft structure;
- slight elevation above skin level;
- Variations in size - fairly large or small papillomas.
There is no danger from such warts. They cannot be removed, but if desired, the patient can always choose the form of therapy that is most comfortable for them. Such types of papillomas are rather poorly visible in the photo, but in real life they are clearly visible on external examination.
additional Information
In nature, there are about 150 types of papillomaviruses that cause warts of various shapes and sizes to appear on the skin. Papillomas are classified into types depending on which HPV strain the person has been infected with.
People can develop warts of various types and sizes only after the body has severely weakened, and noticing such formations on the skin, you should remember and take into account the following information:
- pointed papillomas or warts are always very dangerous;
- if warts appear on the soles of the feet, mucous membranes, palms, even if they belong to a safe variety, they should definitely be removed;
- You should not try to cut off the warts of any kind on your own, as this will lead to their recurrence and infection of the entire body.
Each human body has its own characteristics, which also affect how exactly the human papillomavirus can manifest itself.
If a person notices a certain type of warts on the body, the description of which resembles one of the specified varieties, you should immediately consult a doctor.
If the formation does not match the above descriptions, then neither should it be ignored as they can all be provoked by HPV.
Why does almost every person have this problem? Experienced doctors have not yet been able to identify in detail, but experts have learned to competently treat both external manifestations and the cause of the problem. The external problem of each variety is an occasion for a visit to a specialist. You cannot ignore this, because everything can end very seriously.
In custody
Therefore, if a person has an ordinary or flat wart, then he does not need to be afraid at all, but pointed growths do not always turn out to be benign, which is a reason for additional diagnosis and immediate treatment.
Senile warts are also not expressed in any way and are often not caused by HPV, but are simply formed as a result of age. Flat papillomas can become an age-related feature of adolescents, and then disappear without a trace.
However, you should not rely on this as the problem may be more serious. It is better to immediately go to a qualified specialist and competently solve the problem so that later you do not encounter additional problems.
Among warts of all kinds, there are completely safe neoplasms and those that can cause significant damage to health. Both problems require a competent diagnosis, and only then the doctor decides what to do in each individual case. Everyone can learn to recognize the multiplicity of the problem, but there is no point in treating it alone.