Human papilloma virus or HPV is widespread worldwide, regardless of the region.According to statistics, every third person is infected with one of the strains of this virus.Everyone who cares about their health should know how human papillomavirus is transmitted, and how dangerous it is.
About the virus
The disease causes the formation of benign growth on the skin and mucous membranes - this is papillomas, also known as warts and condylomas.There are more than a hundred virus strains, some of which pose a potential threat to health, as they trigger the development of malignant neoplasms.
HPV ranks second in terms of frequency of viral infections transmitted through sexual intercourse.Once in the human body, the virus may not be visible for a long time.Its activation occurs in the background of immunity.It is recently recently transferred to infectious diseases that patients see the appearance of growth on the skin.
There is no effective method for combating viruses.A healthy body can beat HPV freely.Statement, suppression of virus activity takes several months to several years, depending on immunity.
Many doubts whether human papillomavirus is transmitted, given the natural disease, but it is very easy to infect HPV.
This virus is transmitted:
- sexual;
- Contact-household;
- From mother to child.
The potentially dangerous strain is 16 and 18. According to statistics, 75% of cervical cancer cases cause this virus infection.
Infection
Condylomas are transmitted from people to sexual.At the same time, the risk of infection for women is higher than men.This is due to the characteristics of the female genital organs.The vaginal mucosa is very exposed to pathogenic agents.Due to large areas of the wall, the probability of infection is very high, unlike men with less exposed areas-penis and urethra.
Interestingly, you can be infected with a virus without penis penetration into the vagina.Human papilloma virus in women and men is contained in release and sperm, so when the genitals come into contact, the risk of infection is high, even without intercourse.
Condylomas Sitty is a manifestation of one of the dangerous forms of virus.Such neoplasms affect the mucous membranes of the genitals, often developing at the lip border.Contact mucosa with areas affected by condylomas can cause infection.HPV is directly contained in growth, so infection may be through kisses or oral sex.
HPV infection in everyday life
The spread of the contact virus is not enough to be learned, but the possibility of infection when using other people's hygiene items has been proven.A factor that increases the risk of infection is the decline in immunity.Infections are possible when using towels, pillowcases or other people's toothbrushes.
Call with the skin of an infected person.The exception is the case when papilloma is sent during a handshake.Such HPV delivery is carried out under the influence of a set of factors:
- Skin where healthy people have been contacted with papillomas and warts;
- There was a strong decline in immunity;
- There is damage to the epidermis in healthy people.
If a person comes in contact with the virus carrier, while the skin in the touch is damaged, the HPV transfer is possible.
Transfer of virus from mother to child
Newborns are infected with HPV improperly, and through the path through the birth canal.This is due to the fact that during delivery, many microsyas of the vaginal wall occur, as a result of the child's mucous membranes in contact with the virus.
The risk of fetal intrauterine infection during pregnancy is low.This virus can be transmitted only if it is in an active phase.With the cesarean section, HPV infection is not possible.
Risk factors
Sexual transmission of viruses is a serious problem, which some people think.Despite the safety of the disease, some HPV strains are potentially dangerous for people.As a rule, the infection occurs at the beginning of sexual activity.
The duration of the virus incubation is great.Often, immunity freely suppresses the HPV, as a result, one does not suspect that he is infected.The active phase of the virus is the period of growth in the skin and mucous membranes.
The risk group is everyone who does not carefully monitor their health.The cause of virus activation is a weakness of immune defense.
The appearance of papilloma is observed:
- after viral and infectious disease transmitted;
- For systemic diseases, for example, with diabetes;
- against the background of hormone imbalance;
- After long antibacterial therapy.
Growth appears where the body parts.Condylomas are formed on the mucous membranes, especially on the genitals.
The formation of papilloma and warts on the arms and legs may be due to damage to the skin and the fall of local immunity.This is observed in the background of rising sweat and wearing too narrow shoes.Hands often appear after contact with household chemicals.
Diagnosis of harmful strains of the virus
The formation of a condy in the inguinal zone is an opportunity to see a doctor.The type of virus is determined by blood analysis, urine or smear from the vaginal mucosa.In addition, doctors may recommend removal of condiloma with further histological analysis of cells.Such examinations are mandatory in women when condyl is formed in the vagina and on the cervix.
To prevent the development of cervical cancer it allows timely diagnosis of carcinogenic virus.At the beginning of the pathological process of cell degeneration into malignant, timely removal of fireplace and corresponding drug therapy allows you to get rid of dangerous diseases.All women are recommended for examination each year with the presence of HPV 16 and 18 types.
The only effective way to prevent infection is vaccination.Vaccination is placed for girls ages 7-10 years old.If necessary, vaccination is done at an older age, but only if the girl has no sexual experience.
How to get rid of HPV?
Drug therapy for HPV is intended to reduce virus activity.No drug destroys this infection.
HPV therapy includes:
- antiviral treatment;
- Strengthen immunity;
- The removal of growth.
The main part of treatment is antiviral therapy.Use drugs in ointments and tablets.Ointment is used for each growth, which allows viral activity to prevent body activity.Immunostimulants and vitamin preparations are used to strengthen the body's protective force.
The removal of growth is carried out only after antiviral therapy.You can remove papilloma to your doctor's office and at home.Professional removal methods are laser, cryodestruction or electrocoagulation.The removal of papillomas radio waves is also used.The advantages of such a method are pain and safety.After the procedure, no scars are left on the skin.
At home, alkaline mixtures are used, which are sold in pharmacies.Funds have been used for papilloma body and combustion tissue.A few days later, growth decreased in size and dark, and then disappeared.Weaknesses of the method are the probability of scarring and pain during papilloma treatment.
Purchan Sharp Worseman and the growth of the skin cannot be removed by itself.Neoplasmic damage to the mucous membrane can cause virus spread.Provides papillomas in the face full of scars.
HPV prevention
Some rules will help not be infected with the virus:
- Maintain immunity.Any flu must be treated in a timely manner.Influenza treatment and infectious diseases should always be supplemented by the use of immunostimulants.
- Personal hygiene.Often, infections occur when using other people's hygiene items.In addition to towels and pillows, it is recommended to avoid wearing other people's clothing and shoes, as when rubbing skin, this can cause the virus to enter the body.
- Sexual relations.Even condom use does not guarantee one hundred percent protection against HPV.The only way out is a permanent partner and loyalty.The virus is transmitted from a man to a woman, the reverse infection occurs less frequently.
If skin growth is disruptive, painful or cling to clothing - it should be removed.In most cases, HPV does not endanger health and causes aesthetic discomfort.Before removing papilloma on the skin, it is advisable to undergo an examination to determine the type of virus.