Causes of Genital Warts
Pointed condylomas (warts) in menappear if the body is infected with the human papillomavirus or condyloma, and not all of its varieties, but only 6, 11, 16, 18, 33. There are several ways to become infected with this virus. In most cases, it occurs during sexual contact with an infected person, and it is not at all necessary that it be anal contact. Infection can also occur during heterosexual intercourse due to the anatomical proximity of the organs, the infection instantly spreads to the perianal area. Anal sex should not be discounted. According to the latest data, people who practice anal sex are infected with the condyloma virus 5-8 times more often, in particular, during unprotected intercourse. Another common cause of condylomas is orogenital contact. During such contact, a woman carrying the virus on the mucous membrane of the mouth may well "reward" a man with it. Why do condylomas occur in most cases around the anus? Because it, like any other virus, "loves" rubbing and moistened surfaces of the human body. The skin between the buttocks just "meets all the requirements" by more than 100%. And in cases where personal hygiene rules are not followed, such places are just a godsend for the virus. It is worth remembering that one virus is not enough for the manifestation of condylomas. Out of 100 infected men, only 2-3 people develop the disease. Often this happens due to failures of the body's immune system.
Causes of Weakening Immunity in Men
For the immune system to fail, it is not at all necessary to be influenced by any special factors; the reasons can be the most banal:
- Sharp temperature changes, leading to overheating or supercooling of the body;
- Systematic lack of sleep or frequent overwork;
- Stressful situations, both in the family and at work (often found in the representatives of the stronger sex who occupy leadership positions);
- Excessive consumption of alcohol, this includes the systematic use of low-alcohol and strong drinks;
- Excessive love for fatty and meat dishes, rejection of fruits and vegetables, which are the main sources of vitamins and trace elements.
All these factors affect your conditionhealth, and if several factors combine, they lead to a sharp decrease in immunity. And in this case, you are vulnerable to any disease, including the human condyloma (papilloma) virus.
How does the first symptoms manifest?
Most people infected have the condyloma virusis in an incubation period of several weeks to nine months in the body. When the incubation period ends, the first reasons for concern appear: characteristic neoplasms appear around the anus - pointed condylomas. They are grayish-pink in color on a stalk. There can be one condyloma, or several can be located nearby. If your immunity is weakened, then so many condylomas can form that they will look like cauliflower, blocking the entrance to the anal canal. Condylomas can also be located around the genitals, in the groin folds and on the thighs. If condylomas have formed in the anus, they cause a feeling of a foreign body, itching, constant burning, which is similar to the symptoms of hemorrhoids. Neoplasms constantly secrete a liquid that smells bad and irritates adjacent areas of the skin. Such neoplasms cause a lot of inconvenience to the "owner", pain and slight bleeding may appear during bowel movements. If condylomas are not treated for a long time, they may well turn into malignant tumors, the treatment of which is very difficult. Usually, no one has any difficulties in making a diagnosis, because the symptoms of this disease are too typical. But the doctor examines the skin of the anus and genitals, additionally examining the rectum from the inside to detect internal seals in the intestinal wall. In case of more serious manifestations of the disease, treatment with a rectoscopy and a blood test for HIV infection and syphilis may be necessary. If there is a suspicion of the degeneration of male condylomas into a cancerous tumor, a histological analysis is performed.
How to cure condyloma?
Complete elimination of this virus is possible.only when the treatment of neoplasms is carried out in parallel with strengthening the body's immune system. Otherwise, you will cure the virus, but after some time there will be a relapse. With a small number of condylomas, treatment can be carried out both on an outpatient basis and at home. You can use cauterizing solutions, such as Condyline or Solcoderm. They are applied as applications to the affected area of the skin. Bonafthon and Oxolinic ointment help well, they should be lubricated with damaged areas of the skin 2-3 times a day, usually the treatment is continued until complete healing. In parallel, you should take interferon-containing agents and antiviral drugs, but strictly under the supervision of a doctor, because these are quite serious drugs that can cause side effects. If these drugs do not help you, do not be upset. On large areas of damage, treatment is carried out using laser cauterization, freezing with liquid nitrogen, radio wave exposure and other medical innovations. But you should remember that the virus can only be defeated "from the inside." To do this, constantly monitor your immunity, protect yourself during sexual intercourse, especially if you often change partners. Following these rules, you can protect yourself from the recurrence of condylomas.
