Papilloma on the inside of the lip: causes and treatment

1. Causes
2. What do papillomas look like on the inside of the lip?
3. Treatment methods
   1. Medicines
   2. Removal of papillomas
   3. Folk remedies

Papilloma on the inside of the lip is a pathological proliferation of epithelial cells of the mucous membrane, which leads to the formation of tumors prone to frequent relapses. The reason for the appearance of growths lies in human infection with HPV. It is currently impossible to completely get rid of the causative agent of the disease, but it is possible to reduce the viral load on the body and put the papillomavirus into “sleep” mode.

Causes of papillomas on the inside of the lip

The cause of the appearance of papillomas on the inside of the lip is a human papillomavirus infection. The viral agent penetrates into the deep layers of the epithelial layer of the oral cavity through microwounds and cracks and leads to disruption of the process of cell division in the lower layers of the mucosa. Penetrating into chromosomes, the virus provokes the proliferation of cylindrical cells. As a result of this effect, the epithelium grows and specific growths appear on the surface.

When it comes into contact with the oral mucosa, the virus can enter the body and remain latent for a long time. The strain is activated by a confluence of factors favorable to it. On average, the incubation period lasts 1-6 months. Infection with the subsequent appearance of papillomas on the lips of the mouth can occur as a result of oral sex, through personal hygiene items (toothbrush), shared dishes with a sick person, lipstick, kisses. Children are often infected with HPV. Especially at risk are children who attend children's groups and public places.

It is worth noting that there are over 100 strains of HPV, but not all are able to penetrate the mucous membranes of the oral cavity. There are approximately 6 known strains of the pathogen that cause papillomas on the inner lips. All of these viruses are considered non-oncogenic, which means that there is an extremely low probability of transformation of these neoplasms in the mouth into malignant tumors.

HPV can become active for various reasons. Among the most common: a general decrease in immunity, long-term antibiotic therapy, severe stress, overwork, hormonal imbalances, and the presence of bad habits.

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What do papillomas look like on the inside of the lip?

Photo of papillomas on the inside of the lip

As a rule, a person is not aware of the presence of the papilloma virus in the blood until visual evidence of this appears in the form of neoplasms on the skin or mucous membranes.

Papillomas on the lips of the mouth look like rough growths that resemble miniature papillae, round or oblong. They have a flat base or thin stem. In color they practically do not differ from healthy mucous membranes of the mouth and lips; they may have a whitish coating. The size usually does not exceed 12 mm.

Neoplasms can be isolated or form groups. In the latter case, they resemble a cockscomb or a broccoli floret.

Papillomas on the inside of the lip are reactive and neoplastic. Reactive ones can grow due to regular irritation or injury, which is inevitably present in the oral cavity (food, teeth, sharp objects). Neoplastic papillomas are a collection of nodular growths that merge and form a large tumor.

Often, papillomas on the lip mucosa can form in children. The larger the tumor, the more problems it causes for babies. Thus, children cannot pronounce certain sounds due to discomfort in the oral cavity, the correct growth of molars may be disrupted, papillomas sometimes grow and affect the throat, tonsils, vocal cords, which poses a real threat to life.

Treatment methods for papillomas on the lip mucosa

Treatment of this pathology is prescribed individually. The best results are observed with combination therapy of papilloma on the lip mucosa. Drug treatment and physical destruction of the tumor are used. Sometimes traditional medicine methods can be used additionally. However, the latter cannot be the main treatment.

Medicines for papillomas on the lips inside the mouth

In the photo there are preparations for papillomas on the inside of the lip

Papillomas on the inside of the lip are essentially just a symptom of a viral infection that has affected the body. In addition, these tumors often recur, so for maximum treatment effectiveness, care should be taken to strengthen the body and strengthen its protective functions. For this purpose, antiviral and immunomodulatory therapy is used.

Let's consider the most popular drugs that are used in the treatment of papillomas on the inner lips:

1. Antiviral agents. Good results are demonstrated by the following drugs: Isoprinosin (from 600 rubles), Panavir (about 1500-2000 rubles), as well as their analogues Groprinosin (from 600 rubles), Allokin-Alpha (from 3400 rubles). These medications help suppress the papillomavirus and reduce the viral load in the body.
2. Immunomodulators. Strengthen the body's protective functions and help the immune system fight the pathogen. When treating human papillomavirus infection, the following drugs can be prescribed: Amiksin (about 650 rubles), Likopid (from 300 rubles) and their analogue Derinat (from 350 rubles).

Also, as part of general restorative drug therapy, multivitamin complexes and various dietary supplements can be prescribed.

Methods for removing papillomas on the inner lips

Modern methods of destruction of tumors on the lips and mucous membranes are low-traumatic and quite effective. Currently, the following methods are used to remove papillomas on the lips of the mouth:

1. Laser coagulation. A semiconductor laser is used, which evaporates unhealthy cells and, at the same time, cauterizes the capillaries to avoid blood loss and the spread of the viral agent. The removal procedure lasts several minutes under local anesthesia. After a few days, the crust disappears and no trace remains of the papilloma. The cost of laser removal of papilloma from the lip mucosa is 1550-2600 rubles in Russia and 370-700 hryvnia in Ukraine.
2. Cryoremoval. This procedure uses liquid nitrogen, which is applied using applications or a special device to the pathologically altered area of ​​the mucosa. The substance acts quickly and effectively, but the problem is that even a specialist can find it difficult to track the depth of penetration of liquid nitrogen into tissues. Therefore, burns are possible or there is a need for a repeat procedure. The price of cryoremoval of papilloma on the inner lips is 650-1650 rubles in Russia and 270-470 hryvnia in Ukraine.
3. Electrocoagulation. A heating element is used that produces an electric current. Removal of the growth is carried out under local anesthesia, as this is a rather painful process. Suitable for eliminating neoplasms on a flat base or small papillomas on the inside of the lip. The cost of electrocoagulation is 1250-2500 rubles in Russia and 350-650 hryvnia in Ukraine.
4. Radiosurgery. In this case, special radioknives or loops are used, which act pointwise, directly at the place where the growth attaches to the mucosa. A very precise and minimally invasive method of removal, rarely leads to recurrence and complications. Its cost is the highest. The price for radioremoval of papillomas on the lips of the mouth is 2500-3450 rubles in Russia and 650-1300 hryvnia in Ukraine.

In addition, various cauterizing chemicalseg acids, alkalis. However, these drugs should also be used only under the supervision of a physician, since the risk of burns and tissue necrosis is high.

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Folk remedies against papillomas on the inside of the lip

When treating papillomas on the inner lips at home, various alcohol tinctures, extracts, and antiviral decoctions help well. The main goal of such therapy is to strengthen the immune system and enhance the body's protective properties.

To improve the body's immune response, you can use the following infusion of medicinal plants:

1. We take equal parts of crushed dry herbs horsetail, plantain, lemon balm and dandelion root.
2. Pour a tablespoon of the mixture into 200-250 g of hot water.
3. Let the mixture steep in a thermos for 3 hours.
4. Strain and drink 1/4 cup every day for a week.

You can also act directly on papillomas on the inside of the lip. To do this, they should be lubricated regularly. garlic juice.

Helps well and green walnut tincture. The skins are poured with alcohol and left to infuse for 2 weeks. Then the mixture is filtered and applied to the papillomas on the inside of the lip several times a day.

If the neoplasms have recently appeared and are small, then you can treat them with castor oil, celandine juice, or whipped chicken protein.

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Papillomas on the mucous membrane of the lip appear when infected with papillomavirus through the oral cavity. This pathology can be successfully treated under medical supervision. You can get rid of growths in the mouth with the help of medications or physical removal methods. Traditional medicine methods are auxiliary.

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