Not everyone knows that squamous cell papilloma is the result of a viral disease. In addition to being an aesthetic problem, the disease can seriously damage health, including death. A tumor can "grow" anywhere in the body and affect internal organs.
What is squamous papilloma and its structure
The "What is this? " the answer to the question is a benign tumor. The main places of localization are the face, neck and mucous membranes. If the pathology is not treated for a long time, it can become malignant. Outwardly, a flat papilloma resembles a circular birthmark. The color can vary from flesh to deep brown. Doctors call squamous papilloma the most common in hyperkeratosis. It occurs mainly in the elderly, sometimes in individuals aged 30-35 years.
Causes and sources of infection
Squamous cell papilloma of the skin can become infected in many ways, some of which are simple and not cause for concern:
- Sexual intercourse of any origin: vaginal, oral, anal;
- Everyday contact (handshake). The presence of open wounds is essential here;
- Visiting public places with high humidity: swimming pool, sauna;
- Violation of personal hygiene regulations.
This type of papilloma is diagnosed in people with low immunity who have a lot of casual sex.
The penetration of the virus into a healthy body does not mean that papillomas will appear in the near future. This happens only when immunity decreases. Main reason:
- Presence of bad habits: alcoholism, smoking, illegal drugs, poor quality nutrition;
- Malfunction of the digestive system;
- Skin diseases;
- Old age;
- Hereditary tendency;
- Third Party Chemical Exposure.
Esophageal papilloma appears almost immediately after failure. It forms on the tongue, lips, inside the mouth, esophagus and intestines.
Why is it dangerous to humans?
The main danger is that a papilloma with hyperkeratosis will become cancerous in more than 60% of cases. If the growth forms in the respiratory system, there is a risk of gradual lack of oxygen leading to death. When a growth appears in the intestines, it can multiply due to contact with feces. With squamous cell papilloma of the esophagus, there is a risk of inflammation and bleeding due to the consumption of solid food or low-quality alcohol.
Symptoms and diagnosis
The symptoms of squamous cell papilloma are few and vague. First, the growth area should be examined. Most people mistake skin growths for warts and ignore them, hoping they will disappear over time. The neoplasm develops and grows very slowly, and very rarely inflammation occurs.
The foci of manifestation appear primarily in the thinnest areas of the skin. This is the eyelid area, the neck, the chest. If the eyelid is affected, the conjunctiva may be damaged.
The neoplasm grows and develops gradually, its average size is 0. 3-1. 5 cm. The color of the neoplasm varies and can change from flesh-colored to purple over time.
Picking up, squeezing or cutting a squamous cell papilloma is dangerous, an open wound can become infected.
There are no special diagnostic measures to detect the presence of the virus. First, a visual examination of the tumor is performed by a therapist. After that, he makes a referral to another specialist: a dermatologist, a gynaecologist. The appointment is made depending on the location of the papilloma. If it is located on the outside of the skin, the diagnosis can be established immediately. If the growth is inside the body, fluoroscopy is prescribed.
If the rectum is affected, the doctor palpates the tumor, the cervix is clearly visible with the help of a gynecological glass.
There are several mandatory procedures:
- Biopsy;
- Blood analysis;
- PCR test.
If necessary, the attending physician may prescribe additional diagnostic methods.
Esophageal papillomas
The main sites of esophageal squamous cell papilloma are the tongue, lips, and oral mucosa. The virus can be accompanied by the development of small ulcers and itching.
With papillomas on the lips, the first thing that appears is swelling and discomfort during eating. If the affected area is damaged, blood will appear. The growth can grow quickly and cause lip cancer.
With papilloma of the esophagus, the symptoms of which occur mainly in the male half of the population. The causes of the disease can be poor nutrition, poor quality food and bad habits. The main location of the tumor in the esophagus is its middle part. The size of each varies from 1-2 millimeters to 3-4 centimeters, elongated shape, on a stem. The patient experiences stomach pain, belching, excessive salivation, and a lump in the throat. Diagnosis is made using radiography and esophagoscopy.
Signs of formations in the mouth and larynx
In the case of squamous cell papilloma of the larynx, the patient has pain when eating, swallowing, and sometimes even breathing. Sometimes there are difficulties with speech. The size of the growth is small, pedunculate. If a tumor is discovered in a child, treatment is not started immediately, sometimes it goes away on its own. If you do not fight the disease in adulthood, it can turn into a malignant tumor.
The appearance of squamous cell papilloma of the tongue is not manifested in any way at first. The white, flesh-colored growths begin to manifest only when the patient has somehow damaged them. After a few weeks, bad breath appears, itching, burning and ulcers develop.
In adults, the symptoms of the larynx may vary depending on the general condition of the body and the degree of development of the disease. A sore throat, lump in the nose, discomfort, congestion, itching may occur. If an outgrowth has formed on the septum, it gradually grows in the sinuses, disrupting the normal processes of oxygen entry and exit.
Symptoms of formations in intimate places
In the case of squamous cell papilloma of the cervix, there is a very high risk that the benign condition of the tumor will become cancerous. This process is often accompanied by erosion and genital warts.
In the initial, initial stage of development, the virus has no symptoms. Itching and burning gradually appear in the affected area, and over time constant discomfort occurs. Drowning is possible. Papilloma is detected during a routine examination by a gynecologist, and a colposcopy may also be prescribed. During pregnancy, a woman may experience a decrease in her immunity level and, accordingly, the appearance of papillomas. In such cases, immediate removal is recommended.
If we talk about the urogenital system, the most problematic place for women is the rectum. In the initial stage, there are no symptoms, then pain, itching, purulent discharge and bloody stools appear. The diagnosis can be established after a palpation procedure. In 90% of cases, when this type of neoplasm appears, doctors send it to be tested for syphilis.
Treatment and removal methods
In most cases, patients seek treatment when symptoms are already severe. It is forbidden to prescribe treatment for yourself or to try to remove the papilloma. Removal is done in several ways:
- Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen;
- Surgery;
- Removal with high frequency current;
- Laser removal;
- Operation with a radio knife.
Esophageal papilloma requires further examination, so the treatment may take longer.
After the removal procedure, the scar is practically invisible. But there is no 100% guarantee that the tumor will not reappear. Without proper prevention, the virus will reawaken and growths will appear. After the treatment, the patient is prescribed antiviral drugs, vitamins and immunomodulators. It is important to restore the level of general immunity as successfully as possible. Even if the virus remains in the body, it will contain it, preventing the formation of papillomas. We recommend the complete elimination of bad habits.
Treatment with folk remedies
Squamous cell papilloma, like any other type of growth, develops mainly in elderly people. For many of them, surgical intervention is contraindicated. In such cases, the attending physician advises you to turn to traditional medicine. The most recommended tools are:
- Freshly squeezed potato juice. Course - 2 months, take 100 ml, twice a day;
- Celandine juice. Course - 4 weeks, the affected area is smeared with liquid several times a day;
- Fresh garlic. The cleaned slice is attached to the growth with adhesive plaster for 2-3 hours.
Currant leaves, licorice root, nettle, lemon grass, plantain, garlic, beetroot and carrot are actively used to prepare medicinal infusions. In addition to the internal intake of medicinal compounds, you can also prepare salads and soups from herbs and vegetables.
Prevention and prognosis
The main preventive methods are:
- Seeking early medical help;
- Proper nutrition;
- Eliminate all bad habits.
Papillomas of the oesophagus, bladder and cervix "respond" well to natural traditional medicine. Their treatment is also slightly different from the traditional one and takes longer.
After the removal surgery, rehabilitation may proceed differently, complications may occur. Basically, the forecasts are always favorable. The death rate is minimal. If the process of cancer cell formation has already begun, the survival rate is 30-35%.
If you seek medical help in time, a full recovery is possible in 90%, and the damage to the soft tissues is minimal. Cancerous tumors are also successfully removed and the degeneration process can be stopped.