What are the types of papillomas

It is necessary for each person to more closely consider the types of papillomas in general terms. Such information will be helpful in the sense that some types of warts have a very high oncogenic level, and if they appear on the body, a person can immediately consult a doctor.

Each of the types of neoplasms has its own unique external characteristics and it is worth getting to know them a little more closely.

Common or vulgar wart - description

The carriers of the papillomavirus are 90% of the inhabitants of the earth. For some it may remain inactive for life, but there are those who cannot get rid of warts. Most often, on the skin, you can observe the usual papilloma, caused by varieties of viral organisms numbered 7, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19-24, 26, 27, 29, 55.

papilloma on the skin

Papillomas of the vulgar type are manifested on the human body due to the following external features:

  • the shape is round or hemispherical;
  • the color is slightly darker than flesh or brown;
  • rises above the skin level by 2-4 millimeters;
  • has a uniform and smooth texture, soft texture;
  • attached to the human body thanks to a special leg.

Such a problem can form in the arms, legs, back, face and neck. Some people confuse such benign formations with moles, but in reality these two concepts are completely different.

Such a problem has no obvious symptoms, warts of this type have a very low level of oncogenicity and do not require removal without fail. If a person has a desire, he can remove the growth through the use of laser therapy, freezing with liquid nitrogen, special patches, or standard surgery.

Description of filiform warts

Varieties of papillomas can tell you exactly which genotype of the viral organism is causing the problem. Quite often, filiform warts are found on the neck or in the face area. They are quite small, placed on a long leg and practically do not cause discomfort. Features of papillomas of this particular type should be called:

  • quite small, almost tiny in size;
  • the leg is long and very thin, resembling a thread;
  • flesh or light brown;
  • quite soft and pleasant structure.

Filiform warts can appear on the eyelid, neck, near the mouth. If they grow in another part of the body, there is nothing strange here, because the human papillomavirus can seem completely unexpected. Filamentous papillomas are also called anronorades, and doctors do not give clear recommendations for their removal. When this particular type of problem occurs, there are no clear recommendations on removal.

Flat papillomas - main features

papillomas on the face

Flat warts are a fairly common type of papillomas, most often occurring at a young age.

Small flat warts are observed on the body of adolescents, and over time they disappear on their own.

The likelihood of a flat neoplasm appearing at a more mature age is also quite high, because the problem is caused by the varieties of viruses numbered 43, 55, 53 and some others.

In terms of appearance, this problem has the following characteristics:

  • practically does not protrude above the level of the skin or the elevation is minimal;
  • flesh tone or light brown;
  • most often it appears in a single variant;
  • it does not cause any discomfort, it can be minimal or quite large in size.

Such a problem causes only visual discomfort, because it does not cause any particular problems of concern. The doctor may prescribe antiviral therapy, which is caused by taking antiviral drugs. If a person experiences visual discomfort in the presence of a flat wart, the papilloma can be removed surgically, by laser or cold cauterization.

Pointed papillomas or warts

The most dangerous for humans are pointed papillomas. They are caused by viral organisms numbered 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 59, 70, 30, 39, 55, 57, 67, 69. These formations have a very high oncogenic level, most often appear in the intimate areas of men and women.

The external features of genital warts that occur as a result of the activity of the human papillomavirus are considered:

  • conical growths, of different sizes;
  • a fairly high rise above the skin level;
  • the presence of a wart is not in a single variant;
  • a significant number of papillomas create a formation that in appearance is very similar to cauliflower;
  • education not only on the skin, but also on the mucous membranes;
  • flesh, light brown or pink.

The appearance of these growths in the intimate area causes a lot of discomfort. A person experiences constant itching, feels uncomfortable during intimacy, and there may be a not too pleasant smell.

If the problem is identified in a woman, she will be offered to undergo screening. Treatment of the problem will directly depend on the specific diagnosis made by doctors. If the formations have already become malignant, surgery is performed, chemotherapy is used. When refuting such a serious diagnosis, patients are still recommended to remove the growths and conduct antiviral therapy.

Plantar warts - main features

plantar wart

Some HPV genotypes cause warts on the soles of the feet and palms. They often resemble ordinary corns, while being quite painful. The main features of problem formations of this type should be called the following external manifestations:

  • in color, growths practically do not differ from the color of the skin;
  • protrude slightly above the level of the skin;
  • they often resemble a small knot on the leg and have some mobility.

Discomfort with growths occurs only because they appeared in such a zone. Due to excessive education, it is painful for a person to completely step on the foot, and if the papilloma is on the arm, when performing some types of robots, there is great discomfort. It is imperative to remove such growths, because they can be easily damaged, which often leads to blood poisoning.

Plantar warts have a low oncogenic level, but are dangerous enough in that they are easy to damage without even noticing. With such a problem, it is necessary to carry out antiviral therapy, surgically remove the growth, with a laser or liquid nitrogen. After the operation, a small wound remains, but it heals completely within a few days.

Basal papillomas and senile warts

There are papillomas that occur exclusively in people of a certain age. These types of benign growths include papillomas with basal ends. Such neoplasms are also considered senile warts (pictured).

senile papilloma

In terms of appearance, such benign growths can be described as follows:

  • in color they practically do not differ from the standard color of the skin;
  • rather soft texture;
  • slight elevation above the skin level;
  • variations in size: fairly large or small papillomas.

Such warts pose no danger. They cannot be removed, but if he so desires, the patient can always choose the type of therapy that is most comfortable for himself. Such types of papillomas are rather poorly visible in the photo, but in real life they are clearly visible during external examination.

Additional information

There are about 150 varieties of papillomaviruses in nature, which cause warts of various shapes and sizes to appear on the skin. Papillomas are divided into types depending on the HPV strain the person is infected with.

People can develop warts of various types and sizes only after the body is noticeably weakened and if they notice such formations on the skin, it is worth remembering and taking into account the following information:

  • pointed papillomas or warts that merge always have a very high level of danger;
  • when warts appear on the soles of the feet, mucous membranes, palms, even if they belong to a safe variety, they should be removed without fail;
  • you should not try to cut warts of any kind on your own, as this threatens to relapse and infect the whole body.

Each human body has its own characteristics, which also affect the exact way in which the human papillomavirus can manifest itself.

If a person notices a certain type of wart on the body, it is similar in description to one of the indicated varieties, then you should immediately consult a doctor.

When education doesn't fit the above descriptions, it shouldn't be ignored either, because it can all be caused by HPV.

Why does this problem exist in almost all people? Experienced doctors have not yet been able to identify in detail, but experts have learned to competently deal with both external manifestations and the source of the problem. The external problem of each variety is an occasion for a visit to a specialist doctor. You can't ignore it, because everything can end very seriously.

In custody

So, if a person has a normal or flat wart, he does not need to be afraid, but the pointed growths do not always turn out to be benign, which is a reason for additional diagnosis and immediate treatment.

Also, senile warts do not manifest themselves in any way and most often they are not caused by HPV, but are formed simply due to age. Flat papillomas can become an age-related feature of teenagers, then disappear without a trace.

But you shouldn't count on this, as the problem could be more serious. It is better to immediately contact a qualified specialist doctor and solve the problem competently, so that no further problems arise later.

Among warts of all types, there are completely safe neoplasms and those that can cause significant harm to health. Both problems require competent diagnosis, and only then will the doctor decide what to do in a particular case. Everyone can learn to recognize the varieties of the problem, but there is no point in trying to treat it yourself.