For many, papillomas on the neck are more of a cosmetic issue, which is why the decision to remove them is made in order to improve their appearance. But you should know that with papillomatosis there is a risk of developing unwanted and sometimes dangerous complications. Therefore, pathological treatment should be carried out in any case.
Reasons for education
The formation of papillomas in any area of the body occurs under the influence of a special microbe - the human papillomavirus (HPV). More than 100 patches of microorganisms have been discovered and studied, and most of them have pathogenic properties. Some types of viruses are endowed with oncogenic properties, that is, they can lead to malignant formations.
<1_img_centerxx>Papillomas of the neck and armpits are considered benign. The microorganism is transmitted in several ways:
- sexual - from a partner infected with the virus;
- vertical - from an infected mother to the fetus during passage through the birth canal;
- contact and housekeeping - when using personal items, in case of contact. In children's groups, a pathogenic microorganism can be found on toys. Therefore, in most cases, HPV, resulting in warts, enters the body even during the first years of life.
The virus easily penetrates inside through skin microtraumas: abrasions, cuts, abrasions. For a long time, the infection does not manifest itself symptomatically - the activity of the microorganism is easily suppressed by the good work of the immune system. But with a pronounced weakening of the protective forces and under the influence of a number of other provoking factors, the pathogenic virus penetrates into the epithelial cells, becomes embedded in them and causes excessive growth, which is manifested by theappearance of growths on the body.
Provoking factors
The appearance of neoplasms in the neck of viral origin is also explained by an impairment of blood circulation and the particular sensitivity of the skin in this place.
Some of the main provoking factors that activate HPV include:
- decreased functioning of the immune system;
- hypovitaminosis;
- chronic diseases of the digestive system;
- excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays;
- dysbiosis;
- dysfunction of the hormonal system;
- psycho-emotional overload.
Why do papillomas appear more often on the neck in women? The reasons for this are due to the fact that women have particularly delicate skin and often use creams for body care, which can clog the pores and thus interfere with blood circulation.
The pathology rarely ends with the formation of a single growth. The point is that there is an active virus inside, and any scratching of the skin in this place and its rubbing leads to the release of the microorganism to the outside and infection of the surrounding tissues. That is, there can be from one to several dozen viral neoplasms on the neck. This is especially true for children, as they often scratch their skin.
The causes of underarm papillomas are women wearing tight underwear that tightens the body, disrupts blood circulation, that is, all conditions are created that are conducive to the development and rapid reproduction of thevirus.
HPV can be passed on to other family members. Therefore, when detecting neoplasms, it is necessary to use only individual towels, washcloths and other items of personal hygiene. It is advisable to take measures that strengthen the immunity of all relatives - this helps to prevent them from contracting the virus.
Views
Papillomas on the neck and armpits can be of different types, most often growths appear in the form of:
- filamentous neoplasms. . . At first it is a small rise above the yellowish-colored skin, it gradually stretches out and takes the form of a droplet on a thin leg. The color of the formed papilloma is pinkish or brownish.
- flat bumps. . . These are ovals or circles of small size (a few millimeters), rising slightly above the body. The color of neoplasms is practically no different from the surrounding healthy tissue. If these growths are relatively close, then they can merge and form a papilloma with fuzzy boundaries.
- vulgar or simple papillomas (warts). . . These are round, rising noticeably above the skin of the bumps, the color of which is often dark brown, the diameter may exceed 1 cm.
Papillomas of the neck, as in other parts of the body, do not cause discomfort, so they are very often found when there are already several neoplasms. In some people, the growths can cover a large area of the neck with a transition to the back, chest, and armpits. Naturally, it does not look aesthetic, and makes you look for ways to remove papillomas from the neck quickly and without consequences.
The danger of papillomatosis
The causes and treatment of papilloma of the neck are determined by a dermatologist. Treatment of papillomavirus is absolutely necessary, since a number of complications are not excluded:
- injury to formations. Rubbing of clothes, scarves, chains in the neck area can damage growths, especially filiform papillomas. As a result, not only bleeding appears, but also healthy tissue is infected, and the addition of secondary infection is not excluded;
- inflammatory reaction. Poor hygiene, excessive sweating and dirty clothes collars are the causes of infection of the growths. They become swollen, hyperemic, pain appears. Such a complication requires antibiotic treatment;
- degeneration of tumor cells into atypical cells. Papillomas of the neck rarely become malignant, but this risk cannot be completely ruled out. Signs indicating a possible malignancy are a darkening of the formation, the appearance of pain, a sacral or purulent discharge, a rapid increase in size.
How to get rid of papillomas on the neck, it is advisable to decide as soon as possible. The earlier the treatment for papillomatosis is done, the less likely the growths are to spread to the whole body.
Principles of treatment
If formations appear on the neck, you must first consult a dermatologist. Treatment is chosen only after a thorough examination. It is impossible to completely remove HPV from the body, but with the proper functioning of the immune system, the virus is in a "dormant" state, that is, it does not manifest itself in any way. To achieve this, you need to treat chronic diseases, follow cures of vitamin and mineral complexes and, if necessary, immunocorrective agents.
Systemic antiviral drugs are prescribed for papillomatosis, if there is a tendency for the formations to spread throughout the body or if relapses occur after successful treatment. Medicines should be prescribed by a doctor, as most of them can cause unwanted side effects.
With an early appeal for qualified medical care, papillomas in the neck are easily removed by physical methods, with the help of external means. In some cases, traditional medicine is also effective.
Not all solutions are applicable for use on the neck and armpits due to the sensitivity of the skin.
Removal of viral formations on the skin is necessary if:
- papillomas are exposed to constant mechanical stresses, the reasons for this are the friction of shirt collars, scarves;
- the disease turns into papillomatosis, this term means the appearance of a large number of growths;
- relapses occur up to several times a year.
Before removing papillomas, it is necessary to exclude the presence of cancer cells in the formations. If they are found, treatment will be carried out under the supervision of an oncologist.
Hardware methods for removing papillomas
How and how to remove papillomas from the neck depends on many factors. The age of the patient, concomitant diseases, predisposition to scarring, pain tolerance are taken into account.
Today there are several effective methods to help get rid of formations in one sitting. Surgical removal of papillomas on the neck and cryodestruction are practically not used. When cutting out growths with a scalpel, there is a risk of visible scarring and infection. Cryodestruction (exposure to low temperatures) can burn delicate skin. Therefore, patients with neoplasms of viral etiology with localization in the neck and armpits are offered:
- laser therapy.The procedure is carried out using a laser, its effect on the papilloma allows you to remove all atypical cells in layers. Laser therapy does not leave scars, the complete disappearance of warts occurs in 5-7 days, they gradually die off, and in their place clean, unchanged skin remains;
- electrocoagulation.To remove the growths, a high-frequency electric current is used, which is supplied to a special instrument that cuts the wart. The method is somewhat painful, therefore, for adults it is performed under local anesthesia, and for young patients under general anesthesia. The advantages of electrocoagulation are the possibility of carrying out histological analysis, since the neoplasm is immediately completely cut off;
- radio wave therapy.A knife is used which emits radio waves. The method is very precise, therefore, it excludes the involvement of healthy tissue and therefore there is no risk of scarring.
All hardware techniques for removing papillomas are performed on an outpatient basis. The procedure can only take a few minutes, and the rehabilitation process takes place within a few days.
Medicines for viral formations on the skin
In case of contraindications to material methods of removing warts or if there is no possibility of their use, the doctor may advise the use of external antiviral agents: ointments, solutions. Their application suppresses the activity of viruses, destroys microorganisms, which leads to the gradual disappearance of formations.
At the same time, the use of ointments prevents infection of the surrounding tissues, that is, the risk of new warts on the neck and other parts of the body is significantly reduced.
Neck papillomas are often treated with pharmaceutical solutions that can destroy or cauterize the neoplasms. But on the neck, these funds should be used with care, as scars can remain on the delicate skin. It is best to use such drugs if there is only one wart and it is not in a highly visible area.
Before using drugstore chemical solutions, you should carefully read the instructions. With their help, warts are easily removed, but skin burns and the formation of an ugly scar are likely in the future.
Folk ways
How to remove papillomas under the armpits and on the neck, know those who are familiar with folk medicine. But these methods of treatment, compared with hardware methods, have a significant drawback: in order to achieve a complete cleansing of the skin from papillomas, they should be used for several weeks, or even months, applying the selected agent to the formationssometimes up to several times a day.
The antiviral properties are:
- castor oil. They are lubricated with growths up to 5-7 times a day;
- Apple vinegar. Used as a compress. A vinegar swab is applied to the wart, fixed and left for up to 3-5 hours;
- fresh celandine juice. The surface of the papillomas is smeared with juice, but it is better to do this on vacation, since the application of the plant stains the skin orange;
- tea tree oil. They have to deal with the buildup three times a day;
- laundry soap. The formations should be lubricated with a bar of soap moistened up to 5 times a day and not washed after application.
In addition, it is recommended to use suitable folk remedies to strengthen immunity. Doctors often advise to drink echinacea - a decoction of herbs or alcohol tincture, an infusion of nettle leaves, a decoction of rosehips.
Folk remedies for warts are considered safer during pregnancy. But they should also be used with caution, taking into account all contraindications.
Papillomas on the neck can appear at any time, and in the absence of prompt treatment, one neoplasm often causes the appearance of many more. There is only one way to protect yourself from it - by contacting a qualified doctor who will establish the main causes of HPV activation and select the most effective treatment regimen.