With the arrival of spring, it’s time to talk about what can harm beauty and health. Specialists at the Primorsky AIDS Center ask you to pay close attention to the appearance of small round-shaped epithelial outgrowths on the mucous membranes or skin of the face, hands or feet. In this case, the best option is to consult a doctor immediately. Because this kind of outgrowth – a dangerous HPV syndrome – is the result of the introduction of the human papillomavirus into the surface layers of the skin and mucous membranes.
The resulting papillomas, warts, and condylomas are extremely contagious and are easily transmitted through sexual contact and in everyday life.
There are hundreds of types of HPV, designated by number. They are conventionally classified into high-risk variants (causing the development of cancer) and low-risk ones. The shape of papillomas depends on the genetic variant of the virus and can be flat (small benign lumps up to 10 mm in diameter), pointed or filamentous – on a thin stalk.
Most often, papillomas and condylomas are located at the site of infection – on the genital tract, in the mouth, in the anus. Less commonly, their secondary spread throughout the body occurs due to scratching or failure to comply with hygiene rules. When traumatized, papillomas can become inflamed and bleed.
The virus is transmitted to a person from a patient or carrier through close contact: during sexual relations, kissing (if the papules are in the oral cavity), when sharing a towel, hygiene items, when visiting public swimming pools, saunas. HPV is a virus that is unstable in the environment, so maintaining good personal hygiene is extremely important.
HPV infection leads to the development of many diseases. Some of them are not dangerous, others pose a real threat to life, as they lead to the development of dysplastic processes and malignant diseases. To prevent infection, it is recommended to visit a gynecologist once a year, screening for oncogenic types of HPV, and cytological examination.
Contact contraception methods reduce the risk of infection to partners. In addition, vaccination is a reliable element in the prevention of human papillomavirus infection. It is recommended for all girls and young women to protect against consequences such as cervical cancer.
You can undergo specialized screening at the clinical diagnostic laboratory of the AIDS Center at the address: st. Borisenko, 50.
Anna BYSTROVA
2024-03-03 05:46:34
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