Papilloma on the neck

Papillomas of the neck are one of the manifestations of an infectious disease caused by human papillomavirus. Refers to benign skin structures.

due to papilloma on the neck

There is an aetiological reason why papillomas start growing in the neck or any other area of ​​the human body - infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), a member of the papovomiridae family. This pathogenic agent has more than 100 serotypes. , Each of which is responsible for a different clinical picture of the disease (papilloma, condyloma, warts - these concepts are synonymous, different names are associated with the particularity of localization in a particular region).

The main routes of transmission are contact-domestic and genital (condyloma of the perianal region). The virus is only able to penetrate the skin in the presence of microdamage or open wounds, in other cases it is able to pass a protective barrier to the skin. Is not.

Pathogen information

1. It has a high degree of prevalence regardless of gender (however, it appears more frequently in females than males), age or region (according to some sources, 2/3 of the planetIs infected with this virus).
2. contains double-stranded, twisted-ring DNA capable of integrating into the human genome.
3. Infection with some strains is associated with a high carcinogenic risk, especially in the case of permanent injury. Papillomas of the neck are caused by non-oncogenic strains of the virus.
4. A virus undergoes two main stages in the segmentation process. In the first phase, it is in episodic (free) form, and in the same period, the main division of the viral particle occurs. This phase is reversible (after treatment, There is a long-term degradation). In the second - integrated - phase, the virus is transplanted into the cell's genome (the first step toward the transformation of cells and the formation of a malignant neoplasm). The first phase is transient and passes relatively quickly. , While the other is latent and explains the existence of the carrier.
5. The basal layer of the epidermis, where the virus repeats, is affected. In the remaining layers, the pathogen can persist, but not divide. Provided that the virus is in the germ layer, as it grows, all of this region. Normal differentiation of cells into layers is impaired, especially at the level of the thorny layer.
6. The body has a tendency to drive asymptomatic for long periods of time (from several months to a year). It is hardly possible to identify a specific moment of infection - this is why treatment during periods of acute clinical manifestationsBegins, and not at first unclear signs.
7. To prevent infection, bivalent and quadrilateral vaccines are used, which are particularly effective against the most oncogenic strains 16 and 18.

predefining factors

1. Lack of hygiene. Since the virus is able to maintain significant activity for a long time in the outdoor environment, it is necessary to carefully inspect the rules of personal hygiene by visiting public places (swimming pools, bathrooms, gyms). .
2. Traumatic skin injuries. Subtle cracks or scratches on the skin (for example, due to rubbing the neck with the collar of a shirt) are enough to penetrate the virus.
3. Impaired immune system function. With immunity of any origin, favorable conditions arise for the development of any infection. For example, frequent colds and infectious diseases cause weakening of the immune system and the appearance of papillomas on the skin. We do.
4. Self-infection while scratching the skin.
5. systemic lifestyle disorders (stress, lack of physical activity, improper diet). These factors affect the functioning of all metabolic processes in the body and decrease the barrier function of the skin.
6. Environmental factors affecting decreased body defenses (hypothermia, excessive ultraviolet exposure).

External manifestations of the disease

Cervical papillomas look like this in the photo:

1. Development is often located on a broad base and extends far above the skin surface. Less commonly, the base of the papilloma is represented by a thin leg (in this case, the formation takes a hanging position. )). In the second option, the risk of injury is very high.
2. The boundaries of education are even more clear.
3. The color does not differ from the surrounding skin. In rare cases, it may be somewhat darker or darker than adjacent tissues.
4. The surface is often smooth. Sometimes growth is possible at the apex of the papilloma, which makes its surface rib.
5. Diameter varies widely - from 1-3 mm to several centimeters (papillomas of smaller diameter are more common).
6. Location on any area of ​​the neck (back, armpit). Sometimes the face is included.

As a rule, many lesions are located along the folds of the skin.

In very rare cases, papillomas on the neck can be malignant, ie, degenerate into skin tumors. This can occur as a result of an infection with an oncogenic HPV strain.

Signs that may indicate a fatal change are as follows:

• color shift and asymmetry (polymorphism);
• boundary change (blurring, loss of definition);
• presence of asymmetry (when drawing a line through the conditional middle of the formation, two equal parts cannot be obtained);
• intensive development;
• bleeding or ulceration (a nonsignificant symptom, as it is also typical of a newborn with simple trauma);
• itching, burning, peeling;
• Dropouts are formed (younger daughter structures around the central one).

The presence of such signs does not mean degeneration of papilloma, but it does mean that you need to consult a doctor and undergo a differential diagnosis to find out if we have a common inflammatory mole orTalking about skin cancer.

how to get rid of papilloma on the neck

Papillomas on the neck are treated only in a complex way with a pathological focus on the skin as well as on the pathogen in the blood.

There are many ways to fight:

method	Description
medicine	Using cytostatics, immunomodulators are designed to suppress the replication of the viral agent in the affected area and reduce its concentration in the blood. Certain drugs (keratolytics) are used to directly destroy skin growth. Is applied directly (causes tissue necrosis).
physical methods	cryodestration, laser therapy, electrocoagulation. They aim to get rid of papilloma on the neck and other parts of the body. These methods allow you to restore the aesthetic appearance of open areas and remove the viral reservoir. - The skin neoplasms itself, but they do not completely remove the virus from the body.
combination therapy	combines the two previous options and is therefore the most effective.

Treating papilloma with folk home remedies (eg celandine juice) is ineffective and often dangerous, in any case, a condition is to consult a doctor.

physical methods of destruction

It is possible to effectively reduce structures using the following physical methods:

method	Description
Local action with solution of concentrated acid	1. 5% solution of zinc chloropropionate in 50% 2-chloropropionic acid, a combination of nitric, acetic, oxalic, lactic acid and copper nitrate trihydrate, etc. are used. This procedure is performed by a specialist (dermatologist, cosmetologist) in compliance with the surgical rules. . . The agent is applied pointwise with a spatula until the color of the formation changes to a lighter color (as soon as this has occurred, further application should be stopped immediately). For complete treatment of papilloma, on average, You need to do 1-2 treatments.
electrocoagulation	A point excision of the structures is done without affecting the underlying tissue using a special electric knife (having the least impact on healthy skin cells). The method is most convenient when forming a long stem. And smaller size.
cryodestruction	Focus is exposure to liquid nitrogen, ultra-low temperature leads to tissue necrosis. It is good to clean this method of education with a broad base. Nitrogen action time is a specialist (1-5 minutes). After the moxibustion, a burn is formed, which recovers on average in 10 days.
laser removal	The most modern and most delicate approach to overcome growth in key locations like the neck. The most positive review. With the help of a light guide from 5 seconds to 3 minutes in a continuous mode, they act on focus. The duration of treatment is much shorter than other methods (5-7 days). Due to the high precision of the technical action is associated with minimal trauma to the surrounding tissue.
Classic Surgical Removal (Excision with Scalpel)	Only rarely used, only with large wounds or with suspicion of malfeasance. The reason is that the wounds are often numerous, scattered around the neck, and for excision. Very small, moreover, after surgical sorting, scars may remain, which in themselves create a cosmetic defect.