Papillomas are benign neoplasms localized on the surface of the skin and mucous membranes, looking like papillary growths located on thin "legs". This disease is related to the human papillomavirus. The resulting papillomas can be scarred, painful, and cause external disfigurement. In this case, a natural question arises about its removal. Below we will talk about drugs for removing papillomas.
Human papillomavirus is not a harmless representative of the viral flora. Not only does it cause the formation of papillomas and warts, this pathogen sometimes causes malignant neoplasms, especially cervical cancer. In 2019, scientists published a work that found that the public has low awareness of human papillomavirus, its transmission routes, consequences, and preventive measures.
Local medicines
First, let's look at drugs specifically designed to remove papillomas. We emphasize that before using it you should consult a specialist.
The first drug is a liquid for external use, which contains two components - metacresol and phenol. It should be applied precisely to the affected areas of skin or mucous membranes using a special stick, avoiding contact with adjacent skin areas. For small papillomas, as a rule, one application is sufficient, for larger papillomas, repeated applications (3-4 times) may be required at intervals of several minutes.
How does this medicine work? The components included in the solution cause coagulation of skin proteins, due to which papillomas disappear.
Other preparations commonly used are liquids made from sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, and sodium hydroxide. It also has a burning effect, allowing you to effectively remove not only papillomas, but also warts, genital warts, etc.
Additionally, the solution contains:
- nitric acid;
- acetic acid;
- lactic acid;
- oxalic acid dihydrate;
- copper nitrate trihydrate.
It belongs to local necrotizing drugs, promotes the destruction of pathologically changed tissues. This product is also applied precisely to the affected area. If necessary, processing is repeated several times.
Systemic therapy
Local treatment alone is not enough to effectively combat papillomas. To prevent recurrence, systemic therapy must be carried out, namely taking drugs that have antiviral and immunomodulatory effects.
An example is inosine acedoben dimepranol. This drug is active against the human papillomavirus, helps to suppress it in the body, and has an immunostimulating effect.
We emphasize once again that before using any medication you should consult a specialist.