It is necessary for each person to consider more closely the types of papillomas in general terms. This information will be useful in the sense that some types of warts have a very high oncogenic level, and if they appear on the body, a person can immediately consult a doctor.
Each of the types of neoplasms has its own external characteristics and it is worth getting to know them a little more closely.
Common or vulgar wart - description
Papillomavirus carriers are 90% of the earth's inhabitants. For some, it can remain dormant throughout their lives, but there are those who cannot get rid of warts. Most often on the skin you can observe the usual papilloma, which is caused by varieties of viral organisms numbered 7, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19-24, 26, 27, 29, 55.
Vulgar type papillomas manifest themselves in the human body due to the following external features:
- the shape is round or hemispherical;
- color is slightly darker than flesh or brown;
- rises above the skin level by 2-4 millimeters;
- has a smooth and uniform 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 these benign formations with moles, but in fact, these two concepts are completely different.
This problem has no noticeable symptoms; warts of this type have a very low level of oncogenicity and do not require flawless removal. If a person desires, they can remove the growth through the use of laser therapy, freezing with liquid nitrogen, special plasters, or standard surgical intervention.
Description of filiform warts
Varieties of papillomas can tell you exactly which genotype of the viral organism causes the problem. Filiform warts can often be found on the neck or face area. They are small enough, located on a long leg and practically do not cause discomfort. The characteristics of papillomas of this specific type should be called:
- very small, almost tiny size;
- the leg is long and very thin, resembling a thread;
- flesh or light brown;
- very soft and pleasant structure.
Filiform warts can appear on the eyelid, neck, near the mouth. If they grow in another part of the body, there's 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 issue occurs, there are no clear recommendations on removal.
Flat papillomas - main features
Flat warts are a fairly common type of papilloma that most often occur at a young age.
On the body of teenagers, small flat warts are observed and over time they disappear on their own.
The probability of a flat neoplasm appearing at a more mature age is also quite high, because the problem is caused by virus varieties numbered 43, 55, 53 and a few more.
In terms of appearance, this problem has the following characteristics:
- it practically does not protrude above the level of the skin or the elevation is minimal;
- flesh or light brown shade;
- most often appears in a single variant;
- does not cause any discomfort, it can have a minimal or quite large size.
Such a problem only causes visual discomfort, because they do not cause special problems to worry about. The doctor may prescribe antiviral therapy, which is caused by the use of antiviral drugs. If a person experiences visual discomfort in the presence of a flat wart, the papilloma can be removed surgically, by laser, or by cold cauterization.
Pointy papillomas or warts
The most dangerous for humans are the 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, most of the time they appear in the intimate areas for men and women.
External features of genital warts that occur as a result of human papillomavirus activity are considered:
- cone-shaped growths, different sizes;
- a fairly high rise above the skin level;
- the presence of a wart is not in a single variant;
- a significant number of papillomas create a formation that in appearance is 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 experiences constant itching, feels uncomfortable during intimacy, and there may be an unpleasant smell.
If the problem is identified in a woman, she will be offered to be screened. The treatment of the problem will directly depend on the specific diagnosis that the doctors make. If the formations have already become malignant, surgery is performed, chemotherapy is used. While refuting such a serious diagnosis, patients are still recommended to remove the growths and undergo antiviral therapy.
Plantar warts - main features
Some HPV genotypes cause warts on the soles of the feet and on the palms of the hands. They often resemble common corns, although they are quite painful. The main features of problematic formations of this type should be called external manifestations:
- in color, the growths practically do not differ from the color of the skin;
- slightly protruding above skin level;
- often resemble a small knot in the leg and have some mobility.
The discomfort of the growths occurs only because they appeared in that zone. Due to over-education, it is painful for a person to completely step on the foot, and if the papilloma is on the arm, then during the performance of some kind of robot there is very great discomfort. It is imperative to remove these growths because they can be damaged very easily, which often leads to blood poisoning.
Plantar warts have a low oncogenic level, but they are quite dangerous due to the fact that they are easy to damage without realizing it. With this problem, it is necessary to carry out antiviral therapy, remove the growth surgically, with laser or liquid nitrogen. After the operation, a small wound remains, but it heals completely in a few days.
Basal end papillomas and senile warts
There are papillomas that occur exclusively in people of a certain age. These types of benign growths include papillomas with basal ends. Such neoplasms are also considered senile warts (photo).
In terms of appearance, these 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 terms of size - very large or small papillomas.
These warts pose no danger. They cannot be removed, but if desired, the patient can always choose the type of therapy that is most comfortable for them. These types of papillomas are barely visible in the photo, but in real life they are clearly visible during the external examination.
additional information
In nature, there are about 150 varieties of papillomaviruses, which cause warts of various shapes and sizes to appear on the skin. Papillomas are divided into types depending on which strain of HPV the person has been infected with.
People can develop warts of various types and sizes only after the body has been greatly weakened, and if they notice such formations on the skin, it is worth remembering and taking into account the following information:
- sharp papillomas or warts that stick together always have a very high level of danger;
- when warts appear on the soles of the feet, mucous membranes, palms, even if they belong to a safe variety, they must be removed without fail;
- you should not try to cut warts of each type on your own, as this threatens to relapse and infect the entire body.
Each human body has its own characteristics, which also affects how exactly the human papillomavirus can manifest.
If a person notices a certain type of wart on the body, which is similar in description to one of the indicated varieties, you should immediately consult a doctor.
When education does not fit the descriptions above, it should not be ignored either, as they can all be caused by HPV.
Why does this problem exist in almost everyone? Experienced doctors have not yet been able to identify in detail, but specialists have learned to competently treat both the external manifestations and the source of the problem. The external problem of each variety is an occasion for a visit to a specialist doctor. You can't ignore this, because it can all end up very serious.
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So, if a person has a common or flat wart, then he need not be afraid, but spiky growths are not always benign, which is a reason for further diagnosis and prompt treatment.
Senile warts also do not manifest in any way and are often not caused by HPV but simply form due to age. Flat papillomas can become an age-related feature of teenagers and then disappear without a trace.
But you should not count on it, as the problem can be more serious. It is better to immediately go to a qualified medical specialist and competently solve the problem, so that later you will not encounter additional problems.
Among warts of all types, there are completely safe neoplasms and those that can cause significant damage to health. Both problems require a competent diagnosis, and only then will the doctor decide what to do in a specific case. Everyone can learn to recognize the varieties of the problem, but it's no use trying to treat it on your own.