Not everyone knows that squamous cell papilloma is the result of a viral disease. In addition to being an aesthetic problem, this disease can seriously harm health, including death. Tumors can "grow" anywhere in the body and affect internal organs.
What is squamous cell papilloma and its structure
The answer to the question: "What is this? " - this is a good tumor. The main sites of localization include the face, neck and mucous membranes. If the pathology is not treated for a long time, it can become harmful. From the outside, a flat papilloma looks like a round mole. The color can vary from flesh to deep brown. Doctors often call squamous papilloma with hyperkeratosis. It occurs mainly in elderly people, sometimes in people aged 30-35 years.
Causes and sources of infection
There are many ways of contracting squamous cell papilloma of the skin, some of which are simple and do not cause any concern:
- Sex of any kind: vaginal, oral, anal;
- Daily communication (handshake). Here are the main open sores;
- visiting public places with high humidity: swimming pool, sauna;
- Violation of personal hygiene standards.
This type of papilloma is accidentally detected in people with low immunity who have a lot of sexual intercourse.
The introduction of the virus into a healthy body does not mean that papillomas will appear in the near future. This happens only when immunity is reduced. The main reasons are:
- Presence of bad habits: alcoholism, smoking, illegal drugs, poor nutrition;
- Incorrect functioning of the digestive system;
- Skin diseases;
- old age;
- Hereditary predisposition;
- Third-party chemical exposure.
Esophageal papilloma occurs immediately after failure. It occurs on the tongue, lips, inside the mouth, esophagus and intestines.
Why is it dangerous for people?
The main danger is that more than 60% of papillomas with hyperkeratosis turn into cancer. If the growth occurs in the respiratory system, there is a risk of gradual lack of oxygen, leading to death. When a growth occurs in the intestines, it may become pus in the stool. With squamous cell papilloma of the esophagus, there is a risk of inflammation and bleeding due to eating hard food or low-quality alcohol.
Symptoms and diagnosis
Symptoms of squamous cell papilloma are few and vague. First, the growing area is checked. Most people mistake skin growths for warts and do not hope that they will disappear with time. Neoplasm develops very slowly, inflammation occurs very rarely.
Spots appear first in the thinnest areas of the skin. This is the area of the eyelid, neck, chest. If the eyelid is damaged, the conjunctiva may be damaged.
The neoplasm grows and develops slowly, its average size is from 0. 3 centimeters to 1. 5 centimeters. The color of the tumor varies and can change from flesh-colored to purple over time.
Picking, squeezing or cutting a squamous cell papilloma is dangerous, as the infection can enter an open crack.
There are no specific diagnostic measures to determine the presence of the virus. First, a visual inspection of the tumor is performed by the therapist. Then he writes a referral to other specialists: dermatologist, gynecologist. Appointment is made depending on the location of the papilloma. If it is located in the outer part of the skin, the diagnosis can be made immediately. If the growth is inside the body, fluoroscopy is prescribed.
If the rectum is damaged, the doctor palpates the tumor, the cervix is clearly visible with the help of a gynecological glass.
There are a number of mandatory procedures:
- biopsy;
- Blood analysis;
- PCR examination.
If necessary, the attending physician can prescribe additional diagnostic methods.
Esophageal papilloma
The main sites of formation of squamous cell papilloma of the esophagus are the tongue, lips and mucous membranes of the mouth. The virus can cause small sores and itching.
With papillomas on the lips, first of all, swelling and discomfort appear during eating. If the affected area is damaged, blood will appear. The growth can grow rapidly and lead to lip cancer.
With papilloma of the esophagus, symptoms appear, mainly in men, in half of the population. The causes of the disease can be improper nutrition, poor quality food, and bad habits. The main location of the tumor in the esophagus is its middle part. The size of each of them is from 1-2 millimeters to 3-4 centimeters, the shape is long, on the stem. The patient notes pain in the stomach, belching, excessive salivation, swelling of the throat. Diagnosis is made by X-ray and esophagoscopy.
Signs of formation in the mouth and throat
A patient with squamous cell papilloma of the larynx has difficulty eating, swallowing, and sometimes breathing. Sometimes there are difficulties in speaking. The size of the plant is small, peduncular. If a tumor is found in a child, treatment is not started immediately, it will pass by itself. If you do not fight the disease in adulthood, it can turn into a malignant tumor.
The formation of squamous cell papilloma of the tongue is initially invisible. White, flesh-colored growths begin to show themselves only when the patient is injured in some way. After a few weeks, bad breath, itching, burning, and sores appear.
Symptoms in the throat in adults can be different depending on the general condition of the body and the degree of development of the disease. Sore throat, swelling in the nose, discomfort, congestion, itching. If there is a growth in the septum, it gradually enlarges in the nasal sinuses, disrupting the normal processes of oxygen inflow and outflow.
Symptoms are formed in intimate places
With squamous cell papilloma of the cervix, the risk of the tumor turning into cancer is very high. Often this process is accompanied by erosion and genital warts.
In the initial, initial stage of development, the virus has no symptoms. Itching and burning in the affected area gradually develop, and over time, constant discomfort occurs. Height is possible. Papilloma can be detected during a routine examination by a gynecologist, and a colposcopy may be prescribed. During pregnancy, a woman's immunity may decrease and, accordingly, papillomas may appear. Immediate removal is recommended in such cases.
If we talk about the urinary system, the most problematic place for women is the rectum. In the initial stage, there are no symptoms, then pain, itching, purulent discharge, and blood in the stool appear. Diagnosis can be made after a palpation procedure. In 90% of cases, when this type of tumor appears, doctors send for syphilis analysis.
Treatment and removal methods
In most cases, patients seek treatment when their symptoms become severe. It is forbidden to prescribe self-treatment or attempt to remove papilloma. Removal is carried out in several ways:
- cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen;
- Surgical operation;
- Removal with high frequency current;
- Laser removal;
- Working with a radio knife.
Esophageal papilloma requires additional examination, so treatment may take longer.
After the removal procedure, the scar is practically invisible. But there is no 100% guarantee that the tumor will not recur. Without proper prevention, the virus will reawaken and growth will occur. After treatment, the patient is prescribed a course of antiviral drugs, vitamins and immunomodulators. It is important to restore the level of general immunity as successfully as possible. Although the virus remains in the body, it prevents the formation of papillomas and contains it. It is recommended to completely get rid of bad habits.
Treatment with folk methods
Squamous cell papilloma, like all other types, occurs mainly in older people. For most of them, surgical intervention is contraindicated. In such cases, the attending physician recommends turning to traditional medicine. The most recommended means are:
- Freshly squeezed potato juice. Course - 2 months, intake 100 ml, 2 times a day;
- Celandine juice. The course is 4 weeks, the affected area is lubricated with liquid several times a day;
- Fresh garlic. The cleaned part is grown with adhesive plaster for 2-3 hours.
Currant leaves, licorice root, nettle, lemongrass, plantain, garlic, beet, carrot are actively used in the preparation of medicinal infusions. In addition to taking medicinal compounds inside, you can prepare salads and soups from medicinal plants and vegetables.
Prevention and prognosis
The main prevention methods are:
- Early access to medical care;
- Proper nutrition;
- Get rid of all bad habits.
Papilloma of the esophagus, bladder and cervix "responds" well to natural traditional medicine. Their treatment is slightly different from traditional treatment, and it takes more time.
Rehabilitation after removal surgery is different and complications may occur. Basically, predictions are always welcome. The percentage of deaths is minimal. If the process of the formation of cancer cells begins, the survival rate is 30-35%.
If you seek medical help in time, 90% of cases can be fully cured, and soft tissue damage is minimal. Cancer tumors can also be successfully removed and the degenerative process can be stopped.