How to remove pedunculated papilloma?

1. Reasons for appearance
2. What does a papilloma on a leg look like?
3. Treatment with cauterizing agents
4. How to remove papilloma on a leg

Pedicled papilloma is a type of formation caused by HPV, which differs from flat growths in the presence of a pronounced base. It is due to this that it is attached to the skin, staying on the surface. Its danger lies in the high probability of injury and the risk of loss of integrity as a result of close contact with clothing. In another way it is called hanging; this type of tumor must be distinguished from condylomas, which are papillary growths.

Causes of papilloma on the leg

Pedicled papillomas appear on the body due to infection with a virus of the same name, type 3, 5, 8 or 9. It can be transmitted through household contact or sexual contact. In the first case, HPV enters the body when dishes and other objects of the patient are used, or as a result of a kiss if there is damage to the mucous membrane. This often happens in the shower, pool, bathhouse, sauna, or when swimming in the sea.

The sexual spread of the papilloma virus means infection during sexual intercourse without condom protection. The likelihood of this is significantly increased by the presence of neoplasms on the phallus and disruption of tissue integrity in a healthy partner. It is through them that the pathogen enters the body along with blood or lymph fluid, affecting cells.

Infection with the virus that causes the appearance of papilloma on the leg is also facilitated by non-compliance with personal hygiene rules. This is true for those who do not use antibacterial mouth rinses, ignore soap, rarely shower, and do not brush their teeth properly. The risk of becoming a carrier of HPV increases if you have a habit of biting your nails and biting your lips.

The fact that a person has become a carrier of HPV is not a reason for the formation of a growth; this becomes possible only if the immune system is disrupted and the body is weakened. It may take months or even years for the first symptoms to appear.

The following factors contribute to the formation of pedunculated papillomas:

1. Poor nutrition. Most often, such growths are found in people whose diet is dominated by boiled food and there is a lack of vegetables, fruits, berries, and herbs. First of all, problems arise in those who consume insufficient amounts of foods rich in vitamin C, iron, and folic acid. Here we are talking about oranges, lemons, apples, pomegranates, bananas, pears, cabbage, peppers, etc. Such problems can also appear in vegetarians who lack protein in their bodies. This is especially true for those who do not consume dairy products.
2. Mental problems. In mild disorders, it is usually possible to avoid the appearance of papilloma on the leg, but in cases of severe disorders, when a nervous breakdown occurs, this affects the immune system. As a result, the body cannot, as it should, fight the virus that has penetrated inside, and it, without encountering opposition, contributes to the formation of growths. The likelihood of this is very high among conflict-ridden people, those who often quarrel at work and at home, chronically lack sleep and are engaged in intense mental work.
3. Various diseases. Sore throat, tonsillitis, laryngitis and other diseases of viral origin have a very bad effect on the immune system. They suppress its activity and prevent it from properly fighting the virus, which creates optimal conditions for the formation of a growth. The same applies to gastritis, which interferes with the normal absorption of nutrients from food and thereby leads to a deterioration in hemoglobin levels and the formation of papilloma on the leg. Because of this, the cells are not as protected as before, and HPV can freely infect them.
4. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy. The appearance of papilloma is facilitated by such procedures to destroy malignant tumors. At the same time, as a result of such exposure, healthy cells often die, which reduces the degree of resistance to HPV. As a result, it attacks the body and, without seeing a reaction to it, leads to the formation of growths in various parts of the body.
5. Treatment with antibiotics. The likelihood of detecting papilloma on the leg is higher in those people who take such drugs for a long time. This is especially true if the therapy is not supervised by a doctor. This applies to those who suffer from colitis, gastritis, sore throat, tonsillitis and many other diseases caused by the activity of various bacteria.

Most often, pedunculated papillomas appear in children, pregnant women and the elderly; it is these categories that mainly complain of weak immunity. Also, those who suffer from excessive sweating and diabetes are susceptible to this, since with this disease, wounds heal more slowly, which means that HPV has considerable chances of penetrating into the body through them.

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What does a papilloma on a leg look like?

Photo of papillomas on the leg

Such formations can be localized in almost all parts of the body and even on the face. They often affect the armpits, groin area, neck, abdomen, back, shoulders, and interdigital space. Sometimes they can be seen near the eyebrows, lips, on the forehead, near the nose and even in the hair on the head.

The pedunculated papilloma in the photo looks like a small growth with a diameter of 0.3-0.6 cm, which always has a strong base. Usually this root is slightly visible on the surface of the tissue. So, it expands closer to the top, towards the end, and is shaped like a cone.

The appearance of such neoplasms is specific; they look like cauliflower, an unopened bud or a cockscomb. Their characteristic difference from flat papillomas is the presence of several layers in the structure, which contrast with each other.

Papillomas on the stalk are usually flesh-colored, merging with the skin, but sometimes they are pale pink, light brown or burgundy. The older the growth, the generally darker it becomes. Regardless of its duration, the surface of this formation is always unsmooth and rough. Its edges are also uneven, making it visually unsightly.

The peculiarity of pedunculated papilloma is that it very rarely appears next to other formations and is not prone to grouping. Only sometimes is it possible for 2-3 growths to appear in one zone, but they usually do not migrate to neighboring areas.

If the integrity of the papilloma on the stalk is violated, its redness, blackening and partial peeling become possible. In addition to this, mild itching and swelling of the surrounding tissues, which disappear after healing of the damaged surface, may be bothersome.

Treatment of papilloma on the leg with cauterizing agents

In the photo, cauterizing agents for papillomas on the leg

The purpose of these remedies is to speed up the process of scab formation. Then, after 2-3 weeks, the crust should fall off on its own. As a result, no scar remains on the surface, and pain is also avoided. For these purposes, special pencils, solutions, drops, sprays, gels, and ointments are used.

Here are the remedies suitable for the treatment of pedunculated papilloma:

1. lapis pencil. This product is prepared on the basis of silver nitrate, produced by the Russian manufacturer Ingakamf, sold without a prescription and costs about 120 rubles. (50 UAH). It should be applied to the problem area pointwise, after wetting the top with water. The optimal number of treatments per day is 2 times, the duration of treatment is determined by the doctor. Instead of the Lapis Pencil, you can use another similar product with an equally striking effect - Super Celandine.
2. Feresol. This is a solution intended for external use to cauterize pedunculated papilloma. They need to continuously lubricate the formation for 20-60 minutes. Usually one treatment is sufficient to remove the growth, but a second application may be required. In this case, a break of 1-3 weeks should be taken between them. The product is prepared on the basis of phenol and tricresol, sold in 15 ml bottles, costs about 50 rubles. (20 UAH). Feresol has an excellent analogue - Solcoderm.
3. CryoPharma. This is one of the most effective cauterizing agents for removing pedunculated papilloma, but at the same time it is quite expensive, its price is about 830 rubles. (410 UAH). It is produced in Holland by the company Pharmaspray. The peculiarity of CryoPharma is that it not only cauterizes the formation, but also removes traces of the virus remaining on the skin. For this purpose, it is used only 1-2 times, but before trying to remove the pedunculated papilloma a second time, wait 2-3 weeks. Such a product may well be replaced with equally effective ones, for example, Papilight, Papilux, Papilok Plus.
4. Dermavit. This cosmetic product is sold in ampoules, 3 ml per package, and costs about 300 rubles. (140 UAH). Its manufacturer is located in Russia, and this is the Emansi company. It is available in pharmacies without a doctor's prescription. To eliminate the growth, it is necessary to squeeze 2-3 drops of the composition directly onto the formation 1-3 times. If after 2-3 weeks the scab does not appear, then re-treatment will be necessary. Dermavit has an excellent analogue - Condilin, which contains the main component podophyllotoxin.
5. Verrucacid. This is a cauterizing solution, sold in 2 g bottles. It is an oily liquid prepared by mixing phenol, water and alcohol. To completely eliminate a pedunculated papilloma, it is enough to treat it 2-3 times. The composition should be left on the surface until absorbed. If this does not help, the procedure will need to be repeated after 1-2 weeks. The cost of Verrukacid is about 210 rubles. (90 UAH). Instead, you can use the same Dermavit or Ferezol; they are similar in principle of action.

In addition to solutions, sprays, pencils, drops, you can also use antiviral creams, among which "Aldara". The product should be applied in a thin layer 3 times a week and left until absorbed. Oxolinic or Salicylic ointment can come to his aid.

How to remove pedunculated papilloma?

It is quite difficult to remove a pedunculated papilloma, and it is especially difficult to do this without the root remaining in the tissues. If this happens, then it will be possible to remove the base of the formation only through surgical intervention. To avoid this, it is recommended to use initially effective techniques that allow you to eliminate the lump along with the lower part the first time. To do this, laser therapy, radio wave ablation, cryodestruction or electrocoagulation are performed.

Here is a description of each of the listed techniques:

1. Radio wave removal. For this purpose, a small incision is made in the tissue using a radio knife. It creates waves of certain parameters, under the influence of which the papilloma along with the stalk is completely destroyed and disappears on its own. But until this moment it can take from 2-3 days to several weeks. The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia by applying a special gel or cream to the skin. Most often, one session is enough to solve the problem. The price for radiosurgical removal of the formation is 3,000 rubles (1,200 hryvnia).
2. Cryodestruction. This technique for removing pedunculated papilloma is not used very often, but it should still be considered. It involves applying liquid nitrogen to the growth, which freezes the formation. After several weeks, its cells begin to destroy, and a scab forms at the site of the growth, and over time, not a trace remains of the papilloma. This procedure is painless and non-invasive and therefore does not require anesthesia. It is performed by a physiotherapist or cosmetologist-dermatologist. The price of cryodestruction is 360 rubles (150 hryvnia).
3. Electrocoagulation. This procedure lasts about 20 minutes and is carried out by a specialized physiotherapist. It is performed mainly under local anesthesia, using special gels and creams for pain relief. To do this, the pedunculated papilloma is carefully grasped with tweezers and treated with electrodes over the entire surface. This allows you to cauterize it and start the process of scab formation. After a few weeks, the crust is removed, and there is no longer any reminder of the growth. This method is contraindicated if the patient is intolerant to electric current, has problems with blood clotting, or has infectious diseases. The price of electrocoagulation is 590 rubles (250 hryvnia).
4. Laser therapy. To perform the procedure using this method, a special installation is used, mainly CO2. The growth is treated with antiseptics and the beam is applied to the pedunculated papilloma for several minutes. The larger the formation, the longer the session lasts. The emitter is kept at a distance from the skin, on average 2-3 cm and at a certain angle. The beam penetrates deep into the tissue and destroys the formation along with the stem. To protect the eyes, the patient wears special glasses. The doctor controls the process, in particular, using a monitor on which the device settings are displayed. The price of laser therapy is 2900 rubles (1300 hryvnia).

If we compare a pedunculated papilloma with the flat appearance of such formations, then, of course, it creates much more severe discomfort and poses a greater danger due to the risk of degeneration into a malignant tumor. It is for this reason that if such growth is detected, it is necessary to urgently consult a doctor to determine the strain of the pathogen and select the most optimal method for removing the tumor.

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