It is necessary for each person to consider closer the types of papillomas in general terms. Such 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 unique external features and it is worth getting to know them a little closer.
Common or vulgar wart - description
Carriers of papillomavirus are 90% of the inhabitants of the earth. For some, it may remain inactive throughout life, but there are those who can not get rid of warts. Most often, on the skin, you can observe the usual papilloma, which is caused by varieties of viral organisms that are numbered 7, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19-24, 26, 27, 29, 55.
Papillomas of the vulgar type manifest themselves on the human body due to the following external characteristics:
- the shape is round or hemispherical;
- the color is slightly darker than flesh or brown;
- rises above the level of the skin 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 moles, but in fact, these two concepts are completely different.
Such a problem does not have any noticeable symptoms; warts of this type have a very low level of oncogenicity and do not require removal without fail. If a person has a desire, he 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. Quite often, filiform warts can be found on the neck or in the face area. 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:
- quite small, almost tiny size;
- the leg is long and very thin, which resembles a thread;
- flesh or light brown;
- quite soft and pleasant structure.
Filiform warts can appear on the eyelid, neck, near the mouth. If they grow on another 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 regarding removal.
Flat papillomas - main characteristics
Flat warts are a fairly common type of papillomas, which most often occurs at a young age.
On the body of adolescents, small flat warts are observed and over time they disappear on their own.
The likelihood 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 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 shade;
- most often appears in a single variant;
- does not cause any discomfort, may have a minimum or rather large size.
Such a problem only causes visual discomfort, because they do not cause any special problems for concern. The doctor may prescribe antiviral therapy, which is caused by taking antiviral medications. If a person experiences visual discomfort in the presence of a flat wart, then the papilloma can be removed surgically, by laser or cold cauterization.
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, most often appear in the intimate areas of menand women.
The external features of warts that occur as a result of the activity of the human papillomavirus are considered to be:
- cone-shaped growths, different 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 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 feels constant itching, feels uncomfortable during intimacy, and there may be a not too pleasant smell.
If the problem is identified in a woman, then she will be offered to undergo screening. Treatment of the problem will directly depend on what specific diagnosis the doctors make. If the formations have already become malignant, then surgery is performed, chemotherapy is used. When refuting such a serious diagnosis, patients are still recommended to remove growths and conduct antiviral therapy.
Plantar warts - main characteristics
Some HPV genotypes cause warts on the soles of the feet and palms. They often resemble ordinary corns, while being quite painful. The main characteristics of the problematic formations of this type should be called the following external manifestations:
- in color, the growths practically do not differ from the color of the skin;
- slightly protrude above the level of the skin;
- often resemble a small knot on the leg and have some mobility.
Discomfort from growths occurs only because they appeared in such a zone. Due to excess 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 such growths, because they can be very easily damaged, 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 even noticing it. With such a problem, it is necessary to carry out antiviral therapy, remove the growth surgically, with a laser or liquid nitrogen. After the operation, a small wound remains, but it heals completely within 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 basal-ended papillomas. Such neoplasms are also considered to be senile warts (pictured).
In terms of appearance, such benign growths can be described as follows:
- in color practically do not differ from the standard color of the skin;
- rather soft structure;
- slight elevation above the level of the skin;
- variations in terms of size - quite large or small papillomas.
Such warts do not pose any danger. They can not be removed, but if desired, the patient can always choose the most comfortable type of therapy for himself. Such types of papillomas are rather poorly visible in the photo, but in real life they are clearly visible during external examination.
Additional Information
In nature, there are about 150 varieties of papillomaviruses, which cause the appearance of warts of various shapes and sizes on the skin. Papillomas are divided into types depending on which strain of HPV the person was infected with.
People may develop warts of various types and sizes only after the body is greatly weakened, and if they notice such formations on the skin, then it is worth remembering and taking into account the following information:
- pointed papillomas or warts that come 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 should be removed without fail;
- you should not try to cut off the warts of each type on your own, because this threatens to relapse and infect the whole body.
Each human body has its own characteristics, which also affects how exactly the human papillomavirus can manifest itself.
If a person notices a certain type of wart on the body, it is similar in description to one of the indicated varieties, then you should immediately consult a doctor.
When education does not fit the above descriptions, it should not be ignored either, because it can all be provoked by HPV.
Why does this problem exist in almost every person? Experienced doctors have not yet been able to identify in detail, but experts have learned how to competently treat both external manifestations and the source of the problem. The external problem of each variety is an occasion for a visit to a medical specialist. You can’t ignore this, because everything can end very seriously.
In custody
So, 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 also do not manifest themselves in any way and quite often are not caused by HPV, but simply form due to age. Flat papillomas can become an age-related feature of adolescents, then disappear without a trace.
But you should not count on this, because the problem may be more serious. It is better to immediately go to a qualified medical specialist and solve the problem competently, so that later you do not encounter additional troubles.
Among warts of all types, there are completely safe neoplasms and those that can cause significant harm to health. Both problems require a competent diagnosis, and only then the doctor will decide what to do in a particular case. Everyone can learn to recognize the varieties of the problem, but there is no point in trying to treat it on your own.