Papillomas are signs of HPV (human papillomavirus) infection. They are small benign growths on the skin.
They can appear anywhere: on the face, arms, legs, genitals or even on the mucous membranes of internal organs, for example on the stomach or cervix.
Warts indicate the presence of an infection in the body, operations that must be closed and the formation itself removed.
There are many ways to get rid of papilloma in the body. And they are all painless and safe. Medical centers will choose the appropriate method and do everything quickly and efficiently.
Such methods are suitable if the disease is in an advanced form. And if warts have recently appeared, you should not resort to these methods, but try antiviral ointments for papillomas and folk remedies.
Today, many ointments are used to treat papillomavirus.
Ointment for papilloma
The pharmacy has a wide range of anti-papilloma medicines, including creamy products. Papilloma ointment is a convenient way to remove the defect, which is available to everyone.
Many people resort to radical methods of cutting out growth: coagulation, radio wave communications, laser washing, use of liquid nitrogen, surgery.
But before deciding on such procedures, each individual tries to get rid of the problem on their own by using more dangerous methods, which include papilloma ointment.
And if self-treatment does not give the right result, then you need to seek medical attention. Using papilloma ointment as a treatment simply and quickly (from a few days to a few weeks) means getting rid of hated growth.
Compared to medical methods, it will take a lot of time and patience for a home remedy to treat the formations, but the result will not disappoint.
If there is a papilloma on the body, then the ointment is the best way to get rid of the pathology, it has no contraindications and a large list of possible complications.
The effect of the ointments from papillomas
Most well-known and popular papilloma ointments have a local effect and the active ingredients in their composition do not enter the systemic circulation.
As a result of this mechanism of action, do not monitor for side effects after ointment, as opposed to taking medication.
The effective effect of papillomas ointment is due to their properties:
- destruction of infected cells;
- stimulation of the immune system;
- anesthesia;
- antiviral property;
- anti-inflammatory effect.
Each ointment for the treatment of papilloma has a unique composition and you should choose the right remedy carefully. One ointment can combine all the properties while the other can be strategic.
For example, salicylic acid ointment has anti-inflammatory effect, destroys benign cells.
Before using ointment from plants or dry papillomas, the affected area of the skin must be evaporated and wiped with a clean, soft towel, only then lubricated with a selected product.
The active ingredients in the ointment fall into the papilloma structure and act on the cells affected by the virus.
But effective results can be achieved if the virus is not active enough.
Modern pharmacies offer a wide range of ointments for papilloma, but there are some popular remedies.
Salicylic ointment
Salicylic ointment to remove papilloma is one of the available and effective ways to get rid of the defect.
However, because the drug is applied to the skin, unpleasant local reactions may occur.
To remove the tumor, it is necessary to apply a composition with 60% strength, therefore, after the ointment is applied to the tumor, a burning sensation and a cracked sensation occurs.
After applying a thin layer of the product to the steamed papilloma, it must be bandaged and left to stand for 12 hours.
You need to repeat the procedure every day until the result is obtained.
There are many other ointments to treat papillomas. A specialist will recommend the most suitable drug.
Papilloma cream
The cream also has an effective effect on external factors that affect the activation and development of viruses. It boosts the body's strength and strengthens the immune system, which contributes to the better fight against HPV.
Before applying the cream, wash the site with soap and dry, then apply a thin layer of cream and leave for 10 hours without bandaging, then rinse with warm soapy water.
The operation must be performed once a day until the formation is completely removed, but keep in mind that the maximum use time of the cream is 4 months.
Homemade ointment
You can create an effective ointment for papilloma independently using ingredients that you can always find at home.
Here are some of the best recipes for wart cream:
- garlic cream. It is easy to prepare by chopping 1 clove of garlic and mixing it with 1 teaspoon of face or hand cream. Apply the mass to the affected area and bandage for 5 hours, then rinse. Perform the procedure for a month. Instead of garlic, you can use chopped young celandine;
- egg-vinegar ointment. In 0, 5 liters of vinegar is necessary to dissolve the eggshell, then add nutria fat until a creamy consistency is formed. Vinegar extract can cause burns, you should be careful;
- cream of vinegar and onion. Peel 1 onion, place in a container and pour vinegar over, let it brew for 3 days. The onion must be taken out and chopped into a puree, which must be lubricated with papilloma once a day for 30 minutes, and then rinsed off.
Tips for choosing an ointment for papilloma
It is not recommended to choose a remedy to remove the papilloma on its own; initially you need to consult a doctor. It is important to make sure the quality of the selected product and see the expiration date.
The choice of ointment should be based on the location of the images, their number and size (the maximum size of the treated area is 20 cm square), level of viral activity.
You should familiarize yourself with contraindications, which mainly contain diabetes and impaired metabolic processes in the body.
Some ointments are intended for the treatment of papilloma on the mucous membranes, while others - on the skin. The composition of the medicine plays an important role, because some ointments can be made from plant components, while others contain acids.
Do not forget that an integrated approach is necessary to treat HPV. And it is better to choose ointments that have more than 2 properties.
If the papilloma is located on the genitals, it is necessary to check if there is a risk of degeneration in oncology before starting treatment.