Warts have long ceased to be something mysterious and puzzling. Now it has become common, everyone knows about them and everyone also knows that they can be treated. But these statements are too general, since there are a large number of their varieties. The causes may also be different. Next, we will focus on warts that appear on the penis.
Such warts are also commonly known as genital warts and genital warts. They usually occur on the tip of the penis and on the foreskin. When having sex with someone infected with the papilloma virus, warts appear on the tip of the penis as a result of the infection.
Generally, warts are not a serious medical problem, they are considered curable. But it is entirely possible if you go to the doctor in time and follow all his advice. If not diagnosed in time and untreated, warts can spread throughout the body, affect internal organs and in the worst case lead to the appearance and growth of masses. malignant tumor.
Therefore, in no case should you underestimate the severity of warts and second, self-medicate. Remember that only a specialist can make an accurate diagnosis and choose a cure. Such warts can also be pathogenic and harmless. Who can tell them apart if not a doctor?
By all accounts, warts on the penis are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). It is transmitted more often through unprotected sex. But there are also cases of infection from households. This virus, like others (for example, herpes virus) remains in the blood throughout a person's life and can manifest itself in cases of a sharp decrease in immunity. Doctors consider genital warts to be the deadliest disease they've ever known, because they increase the risk of tumors forming. In this case, these warts are removed.
If it is found that warts of this type in men arise from an infection during intercourse, a thorough examination should be carried out, including the presence of HIV infection in the blood. If it is still discovered later, it is imperative to contact the clinic to apply treatment measures. It is also important to inform your sexual partner that he may be a carrier of this virus.
Outwardly, genital warts can be different. Sizes range from a few millimeters to several centimeters. Forms and shapes are also very diverse. They can be flat, intraepithelial, or pointed. True, they are not separate, i. e. a single wart is very rare. More often they arise and are located on the penis in groups. Genital warts on the penis can be accompanied by itching, burning, and redness.
Many doctors are inclined to think that whatever the warts are, it is better to remove them, even if they are harmless. But, of course, it is impossible to make any decision without the conclusion of the doctor, based on a number of tests and personal examination. But it is best to prevent the appearance of warts.
For this, there are precautions. First of all, you need to pay attention to genital hygiene, avoid accidental sex. Second, if any inflammatory processes are noticed, they must be promptly eliminated, to avoid exacerbation. Third, if the virus is detected in a long-term sexual partner, it should be treated, tested and if necessary, treated.
Treatment of warts on the penis
As mentioned above, the treatment is individually prescribed by the doctor on a case-by-case basis. Also, it was mentioned above that human papilloma virus cannot be eliminated. Genital warts are removed, the patient recovers, but the virus remains in the blood. It also cannot be transferred to other partners during intimate relationships. Symptoms can also reappear in cases of reduced immunity. All methods used today relieve symptoms in the same way and reduce the risk of recurrence to the same extent.
The appointment of a doctor directly depends on the type of wart. For example, if he understands that warts are in fact harmless, conventional removal will be indicated (more to restore a cosmetically healthy appearance), and if foundMore serious acne, the methods are completely different. Consider treating the most dangerous type - genital warts. Treatment is carried out using different procedures.
The most common method used to remove any wart is liquid nitrogen freezing. It creates a low temperature condition that affects the wart. The main advantage of this method is that there is no need for pain medication, and scars are rarely left afterward.
Laser therapy for genital warts should be initiated. It is produced using a laser to remove warts. In this case, you will need anesthesia and the scar may remain. Immediately at the time of removal, a suspension of the virus is sprayed into the air, therefore, medical personnel performing this procedure must wear a mask. The room (office) itself must have a functioning hood and must be disinfected regularly.
The electrocoagulation method is similar. It has an effect on warts with high temperature. For him, it is also necessary to have means so that the patient does not feel pain. Scars and scars may also remain. Healthcare workers must also be protected and must create such conditions in the office so that other patients, as well as the doctors and nurses themselves, do not become infected.
Among medicinal products, the most commonly prescribed drug is an extract from a plant of the genus Podophyllum. It is usually prescribed to be applied with a specially designed applicator 2 times a day, every 12 hours. You need to apply the product for three consecutive days, then pause from 4-7. Then there are 3 days of treatment. These stages are repeated gradually until the disappearance of the wart is noticed. However, at the same time, doctors do not recommend using this drug for more than 5 months.
Recurrence after treatment is 30%. Some doctors prescribe immunosuppressants to their patients to avoid them, but their effectiveness in this case has not been proven.
There are many types of drugs and methods. In any case, it is important to use them as prescribed by your doctor, otherwise you may worsen your condition. If he prescribes medication, you should carefully read the instructions, contraindications and clearly monitor the amount of the drug taken and observe all the rules.
Modern medicine does not stand still, so at this time, drugs and vaccines are being developed that can allow many people to get rid of HPV infections. But these developments are only in the early stages. However, it is entirely possible to hope that in 10 years, the problem of the human papilloma virus will be completely solved.