Papilloma on the back is a benign skin tumor that occurs when infected and activated by the human papilloma virus. Why do formations appear on the back or lower back? There are many sebaceous glands located here, which creates a favorable environment for the proliferation of HPV. The peculiarity of localization is that papillomas are often disguised as moles.
Reasons for the formation of papillomas
Papillomas most often affect people with reduced immunity
Infection with the virus occurs through contact, household and sexual contact. A person becomes infected through cuts and scrapes on the skin. When its norm in the blood is exceeded, activation occurs. Provoking factors:
- depression and stress;
- decreased body immunity;
- alcohol abuse and smoking;
- promiscuous sex life;
- gastrointestinal diseases;
- use of potent drugs.
Methods of infection
Instructions for use of Feresol solution and substitute analogues
The causes of the virus are varied. There are three ways to become a carrier of human papilloma infection:
- household;
- sexual;
- contact
As a rule, if the skin is damaged, scratches or cuts appear, the virus can enter the blood. Small doses of the pathogen are killed by the immune system, but when there is too much of it, the disease becomes more active. Thus, the appearance of papilloma in men is associated with the widespread tradition of shaking hands. Children can transmit the virus to each other in schools, sections and other public events. To do this, it is not necessary to touch the carrier; the source can be personal belongings.
Between men and women, HPV is often transmitted through sexual intercourse. However, contraception is not reliable protection.
The greatest risk of infection for both men and women occurs in the following public places:
- toilets;
- saunas;
- swimming pools.
Men are at risk, as many of them do not comply with personal hygiene standards. This may be why men have more growths on their backs. There is a risk of contracting papilloma warts through cuts caused by careless shaving.
Signs of papillomas
To choose the right treatment method, it is necessary to determine the type of HPV
The growth of papillomas is provoked by immune disorders. At the initial stage, many moles appear. Red formations, in combination with chronic diseases, can increase.
At the initial stage, the infected person may feel discomfort in this place. Its inflammation can occur due to friction with clothing. At that moment, you can feel pain and swelling appears. When they are damaged, a bacterial infection enters the body.
What measures can be taken
What to do if papilloma starts to hurt? First of all, you should consult a dermatologist. He will conduct the necessary research and determine the treatment method. If necessary, the doctor can refer you to an oncologist if there is a possibility of malignant processes developing in the body . If pain appears due to injury to the growth, it is recommended to take the following actions before contacting a doctor:
- The injured area must be carefully wiped with a cotton swab dipped in hydrogen peroxide. You should not rub or press hard so as not to damage the epidermis even more.
- The wound is treated with any antiseptic that is found in the home medicine cabinet.
- The injured area is sealed with a bactericidal plaster to prevent infection.
- If the papilloma has come off completely, it is recommended to place it in saline solution. In this form, it can remain for several hours, which will allow the doctor to conduct examinations of the tissues of the formation.
How dangerous is the appearance of papillomas on the back?
Some types of papilloma have the property of degenerating into a malignant tumor. The higher the oncogenicity, the greater the likelihood of developing cancer cells. The type of oncogenicity of the virus can only be determined through a medical examination.
Papillomas on the back can be injured. As a result, red swelling and suppuration form around the growth. HPV is a factor in the development of malignant cells and traumatizes the formation. When changing clothes, papillomas on the back can be easily injured. When papilloma is damaged, viral activity is activated, which leads to the formation of their clusters. As a result, lengthy and expensive treatment will be required.
If an adult is able to protect himself from their injury, then in children, papillomas on the back must be removed in a timely manner.
Prevention
Like any viral infection, HPV requires preventive action. After all, it is better to avoid infection than to waste time and money on treatment. To protect yourself from papillomas, you must avoid promiscuous sex. It is worth remembering that many can be carriers of the disease without knowing it.
In addition, it is important to follow natural hygiene rules: wash your hands after visiting public places, wash your body regularly, and so on. Always try to have personal protective equipment with you, such as a towel and toothbrush.
Modern medicine helps build an internal barrier to the virus. To do this, vaccination is done, injections are administered into the blood three times after a certain period of time. As a result, the body is able to produce antibodies in advance to fight the threat.
Diagnostics
Laser therapy is called one of the safest and painless methods of removing papillomas
Diagnosis is carried out to determine the type of HPV.
- MRI;
- biopsy – establishes the structure of papillomas cells;
- cytological examination - identifying changes at the cell level;
- polymerase chain reaction (PCR) – establishes the type of virus and its causative agent;
- histological examination - determines the risk of degeneration of benign tumors into cancer;
- Digene test – calculates the concentration, type of HPV and degree of oncogenicity;
- laboratory blood test;
- radiography.
The examination determines the type of HPV for further treatment with medications. Various folk methods and unconventional techniques can increase the patient’s infection rate and provoke side complications.
Treatment
Drug therapy should be prescribed by a doctor, based on the strain of the virus and the degree of damage. In most cases, it is recommended to take antiviral and immunostimulating drugs. To obtain the desired effect, medications are used in combination with other methods.
Antiviral drugs
Medicines with an antiviral effect help neutralize the virus. These can be for external use or for oral administration. Effective drugs:
- Viferon;
- Panavir;
- Acyclovir;
- Isoprinosine.
Viferon is available in several dosage forms: ointment and gel. The active components are not absorbed into the bloodstream, the drug has a local effect - it disrupts the ability of the papillomavirus to reproduce. This remedy can be used during pregnancy and lactation. It also has an immunostimulating effect.
Panavir is available in the form of a solution for intravenous administration, gel and suppositories. The drug is not prescribed for the treatment of children under 12 years of age, pregnant women and women during lactation.
Acyclovir is prescribed in the form of tablets or ointment. The medicine can be used not only for treatment, but also for preventive purposes. Isoprinosine is used in pediatrics. The dosage and duration of treatment are selected by the doctor individually for the patient.
Medicines that strengthen the immune system
Immunostimulants are prescribed to activate the immune system in case of severe infectious lesions. Purified interferon is used as the active substance. It is obtained artificially from human blood cells. This substance prevents the reproduction of the papilloma virus.
Some antiviral drugs have an immunostimulating effect. For example, Viferon and Acyclovir.
Often, natural-based medications are prescribed to improve immune function. This could be Chinese lemongrass, ginseng and echinacea extract.
How to treat papillomas
Comprehensive treatment is the best solution. This includes removing growths and taking medications. For papillomas on the back the following are used:
Treatment with radio waves
Papillomas are cut out in a non-contact manner due to exposure to radio wave radiation. As a result of the procedure, there is no risk of burns, infection, and healthy tissue is not injured.
Surgical intervention
Liquid nitrogen is often used to remove papillomas.
Papillomas are cut out with a scalpel under local anesthetic; it is not often used. Scars form at the site where the papillomas are cut out.
Electrocoagulation
Cauterization of papillomas is performed using high frequency current. Depending on the complexity of the operation, painkillers are used. With this procedure there is no chance of infection.
Cryodestruction (liquid nitrogen)
The principle of treatment is based on instant freezing of growths. The blood supply to its cells stops and they die. If HPV cells are located deep, then their removal is possible.
Laser therapy
The most popular method of removing papillomas. This is due to its painlessness and safety. For treatment with this method, the size of the growths and the depth of tissue damage are not important.
Chemical method
Products used include cantharidin and salicylic acid.
Under no circumstances should you remove papillomas at home without special medical equipment. Otherwise, self-medication will lead to infection through the blood of the whole body with various infections.
This technique leads to complications that will be difficult and expensive to cure. It is more important and safer to spend half a day and several thousand rubles at the initial stage than to spend months and several tens of thousands of rubles due to complications that arise.
general characteristics
Papillomas are neoplasms on the body that are benign in nature. They can be very small in size, or they can grow up to 2 cm. Over time, the initially flesh-colored or pinkish growth changes color to brown.
The appearance of papillomas on the body is a signal that the body is susceptible to infection. Regardless of what part of the body the papilloma appears on, including on the back, the reasons for its occurrence will always be the same.
The appearance of a wart on the back or other parts of the body is caused by the same processes that trigger the onset of the disease and its progression.
Rehabilitation
If papilloma is detected, you should immediately contact a specialist
The rehabilitation period after removal of papillomas on the back is important. Recommendations from specialists for curing growths are focused on preserving beauty and preventing negative external effects on the affected skin.
During the rehabilitation period it is not permissible:
- Cover the crusts formed after the operation with adhesive tape.
- Wet the site where papillomas were removed for 3-5 days.
- Apply cosmetic components to smooth out and hide scars until complete healing without consulting your doctor.
- The crust is a protection against the penetration of microbes, so it cannot be torn off. When it breaks, bleeding occurs, which leads to the formation of scars.
- Be in the sun's rays. Ultraviolet light provokes pigmentation, so you should hide the recovering skin.
To prevent the resurgence of HPV, doctors prescribe a course of medications.
Types
There are several types of papillomas. The attitude towards one type or another is determined by how the growth looks and on what part of the human body it is formed. The back is susceptible to formations of two types:
- Flat papillomas. The neoplasm is solid, outwardly similar to an ordinary mole, which has clear outlines. In color it is not much darker than the color of the skin.
- Pointed papillomas. They stand out on the body due to the fact that they protrude significantly above the skin surface. The diameter of such growths varies from 1 mm to 3 cm. Pointed growths are not as hard as flat ones; they rise above the skin due to a thin stalk. In general, in appearance they resemble a papilla. The color of this type of papillomas can vary: from a color that does not differ in shade from the skin to reddish and brown. Over time, the color may change, and veins of a different shade may appear. If the papilloma turns black or turns bluish, this means that it is dying. The danger of genital papillomas is that they are easy to touch and injure. And educational trauma can cause serious consequences.
What to anoint
The treatment process for papillomatosis is based on the complex effects of immunostimulants and minimally invasive procedures. The appointment is made by a qualified doctor after a thorough examination of the patient’s body. The active components of the ointment can cause serious disorders and additional complications.
Homemade ointments
It is better to smear the inflamed papilloma with pharmacological agents prescribed by the doctor. Folk wisdom should not be ignored. Using the recipes of “grandmothers”, you can make high-quality consistencies for the treatment of formations. The total treatment period in this case is 14-20 days. In order for the therapeutic effect to be as beneficial as possible, it is necessary to observe the preparation proportions and lubricate daily.
Effective creams for inflammation are:
- garlic 5 cloves of the vegetable are crushed to a porridge state. The ingredient is mixed with Vaseline or cream until smooth. After cooling, the ointment is applied to the damaged area of skin. It is not recommended to visit baths and saunas;
- flour + vinegar (in equal parts) are stirred. Egg shells and pork fat are added. The resulting consistency should be like a paste;
- walnuts (4 fruits) + apple cider vinegar (100 ml). The ingredients are mixed together until smooth. Sometimes iodine is added. The product is placed on a sterile bandage. Leave the cream on the skin for 12 hours.
Pharmacy drugs
Pharmacological agents deeply freeze the formations, causing necrosis of papilloma tissue. As a result, after 5-7 days the growth disappears on its own. The most popular drugs are Cryopharm and Wartner Cryo. The active ingredient is dimethyl ether. Application to the inflammation is done using a special applicator.
Plant-based substances are no less in demand:
- celandine / super celandine. Fat cream contains alkali made of sodium and potassium. A burn sometimes leaves a small scar;
- Castor oil. The compound has natural castor beans. Before applying the liquid, it is necessary to steam the skin. After treatment, the area is sealed with adhesive tape. The procedure includes 10 sessions;
- Sleigh Skin. The drug includes tea tree extract, salicyl, castor oil, which reduce inflammation;
- Condilin. Podophyllotoxin is available in solution form. The substance is applied using a special applicator. The general course of treatment is 4 times. After treatment, the structure turns black over time and disappears (a common consequence);
- Feresol medicine contains tricresol and phenol. Among the side effects of the drug are burns. The cover may become swollen;
- Verrucacid. The liquid cauterizing agent is diluted with ethanol (1:20). To avoid damage to healthy tissue, zinc paste is used;
- Solcoderm includes nitric acid, causing damage to formations. For use only in hospital settings.
