Papillomas in the groin: causes of occurrence in men and women, how to get rid of skin growths in the intimate area

Human papillomavirus infection (HPV) can “sleep” in the body for many years without manifesting itself. Not a single area of the skin, including the groin area, is immune from the uncontrolled growth of keratocytes, provoked by the sudden activity of a pathogenic agent. Papillomas in the groin can not only cause physical discomfort, but can also become malignant, that is, degenerate into malignant neoplasms.

What is the reason for the appearance of papillomas?

The most important reason for the appearance of papillomas in the groin area is a weakened immune system.

It is impossible to determine what is the main cause of infection with the virus. This is due to the fact that the incubation period of the virus can last for years.

There are several common factors that explain the cause of papillomas infection:

The absence of a permanent sexual partner, ignoring the rules of intimate hygiene reduce local immunity, and the vaginal microflora in women is disrupted;
Diet poor in vitamins;
Regular exposure to stressful situations;
Spending a long time in the cold;
Acute and chronic stage of diseases of internal organs;
Failure of the endocrine system functions.

Diagnostic methods

If, during a physical examination, the doctor finds signs of papillomavirus infection in the patient, he is obliged to refer him for additional examination. It is not enough just to know that the virus circulates in the blood; it is much more important to identify its strain, since the infectious agent can be either relatively harmless or deadly. It is also necessary to be tested for the presence of HPV if a young couple is planning to have a child, and both partners must be tested.

Laboratory research is carried out using the polymerase chain reaction method. This is an experimental screening method for detecting various viruses by detecting their DNA in samples of biological material. Some patients are perplexed when faced with an ambiguous situation in which the groin area is affected by papillomas and condylomas, but the tests give a negative result. This happens if at one time a human papillomavirus infection led to the formation of epidermal neoplasms, but subsequently the immune system became stronger and suppressed the activity of the pathogen.

How does the virus infect the body?

The appearance of warts is associated with infection of the body by the human papillomavirus (HPV).

The virus enters the body through damaged mucous membranes or skin upon contact with a carrier.

Stages of spread of the virus throughout the body:

A favorable environment for the development of the virus and maintaining its activity is moist heat. An aggressive external environment becomes detrimental to the virus.
Papillomas in the groin
After entering the body, the virus tries to gain a foothold in the surface cells, mucous membranes, and under favorable circumstances begins to actively parasitize. With a weak immune system, the incubation period can be less than two months, and with a strong one, it can take years.
After the virus penetrates the cell, its functional activity begins to change dramatically.
Depending on what type of virus infects the cell and causes it to rapidly divide, a growth or wart forms on the skin.

Important: the appearance of papillomas in the groin in almost 100 percent of cases occurs during unprotected sexual intercourse. The reason is strong sensitivity and thin surface of the skin of the genital organs.

Causes

Most of the world's inhabitants are carriers of the virus. It is transmitted from an infected person to a healthy person - through intimate intimacy or during childbirth from mother to baby.

You can also catch the infection at home if you neglect basic personal hygiene rules, for example, using someone else’s towel. People who regularly visit a public bath, swimming pool or sauna are at risk.

The non-cellular infectious agent responsible for the formation of papillomas in the area of the lower edge of the abdominal region easily penetrates the epithelium when there are various kinds of microscopic lesions on the skin. Once in the body, the virus penetrates the DNA of cells and causes them to divide uncontrollably. The result of this pathological process is skin growths of bizarre shape, which can be localized anywhere.

The immune system is able to hold back an insidious virus for a long time , preventing it from expanding its violent activity. Even a slight weakening of the immune status, caused by a serious illness, prolonged stress, exposure to toxic substances, deficiency of vitamins and microelements, allows the infectious agent to become more active and break through the protective barriers.

How is the virus diagnosed?

Most often, patients have no idea about their presence. The doctor himself can detect papillomas during a visual examination.

After clarifying the symptoms, a preliminary diagnosis is made. Then the patient is sent for examination and undergoes the necessary tests designed to confirm the doctor’s conclusion or refute it.

Methods for diagnosing human papillomavirus in men differ from those used for women.

A common investigation is to perform a biopsy, but only when the size of the growths is atypically large or there are too many of them.

Only after an examination and comparison of all the facts is the patient prescribed treatment.

Where are papillomas most often found?

Papillomas on the penis
Most often, adults are susceptible to the spread of papillomas in the groin and intimate places.
Warts are the rarest growth that can be found on a child’s body. This is explained by the fact that the main reason the virus enters the body is unprotected sexual intercourse.
In men, papillomas are found on the testicles, scrotum, around the urethra, directly on the shaft of the penis, and the inner side of the thigh.
On the female genital organs, papillomas are found in the bikini area, labia minora and majora, cervix, and vagina.
Regardless of gender, growths form around the anus, in some cases inside it.

Papillomas around the anus

Varieties

In international medicine, only 2 types of inguinal tumors are distinguished:

Thread-like - in appearance they resemble thin threads, they have a soft and elastic structure (can be red, pink, brown, black). Due to anatomical features, such growths are more often diagnosed in women. Dermatologists claim that they are more dangerous and less treatable. To prevent complications, it is recommended to remove them immediately.
Pointed - most often localized in the pubic area, labia, at the entrance to the vagina. Due to such a specific location, a person will constantly experience discomfort, itching and burning, and the possibility of bleeding cannot be ruled out. In order to promptly identify the presence of such growths, doctors recommend undergoing a preventive examination once every 6 months.

Dermatologists warn that if warts appear in the vagina or on the cervix, they may not manifest themselves for a long time, and they can only be noticed during a medical examination.

What are the symptoms of the virus?

The presence of human papillomavirus manifests itself in the body of women and men with different symptoms.

Symptoms of the presence of HPV on the female genital organs:

Papillomas on the labia
The formation of papillomas of a specific shape located on the labia majora and minora, vaginal walls, and cervix.
The occurrence of pain inside the genital organs occurs due to accidental trauma to the growth or infection. The pain may be severe when using the toilet or during sex.
The appearance of discharge with blood from the vagina during the period between “critical” days. Most often the occurrence is associated with sexual contact.
A feeling of heaviness in the lower abdomen.
The mucous membranes of the genital organs swell and acquire an unhealthy red tint.
A secretion with an unpleasant odor is released from the vagina.

Symptoms of the presence of HPV on the male genital organs:

Papilloma in the urethra
When actively infected with condylomas, the entire penis, urethra and even the bladder can become covered. Such a huge number of specific growths causes extremely unpleasant and painful sensations during sex.
The presence of infection causes a disgusting odor from the genitals.
The inability to immediately go to the toilet due to the fusion of papillomas inside the urethra.

Photo of papillomas in the groin

Why are papillomas dangerous?

Papilloma becomes very dangerous if it is accidentally injured. This leads to further spread of the virus in the body, and new growths form on the body.

The presence of papillomas in the groin in women is revealed only during an examination by a doctor. Men should also treat papillomas responsibly, although the danger posed by them is not as great for them as for women.

The presence of warts in the groin threatens cancer, since the virus affects a weakened body. The likelihood of developing a malignant tumor from acuminate papilloma is especially high.

Papillomas on the testicles

Only regular visits to the doctor, as well as timely action, will help identify the disease at an early stage and begin to treat it. This will avoid extremely serious consequences.

But you should not ignore safety rules, because during unprotected sexual intercourse, HPV can be transmitted to a sexually transmitted infection or HIV.

What types of papillomas are there?

The most common types of papillomas in the groin are:

Acrochords (filamentous);
Condylomas (pointed).

Acrochords (filamentous)

Thread-like papillomas got their name based on their shape - in appearance they are very similar to a hastily crumpled bundle of threads.

Filiform papilloma

Properties of acrochords:

Acrochords on the pubis
The shape of papillomas is elongated, the length ranges from one to six millimeters.
When touched, they feel like a soft formation.
They are often diagnosed on the female genital organs, less often in men. Mostly found in older people.
The most common place for papillomas to appear in the groin is on the inside of the thigh, in the fold between the torso and the groin area.
Papillomas of this type do not grow directly inside the genital organs, most often appearing in the armpits, on the skin of the face and neck.

Thread-like papillomas have a very fragile structure, which is why they are often subject to injury, rubbing, inflammation and bleeding.

Condylomas (pointed)

Pubic condylomas
Have a cone shape and a pale pink tint.
They grow only a few millimeters (no more than five).
The cause of its appearance is unprotected sexual intercourse, including oral and anal.
The most common places for papillomas to spread in the groin are the pubis, labia minora and majora, the surface of the penis, inside the vagina, and the anal area.
The location causes injury to papillomas, which leads to itching, burning, and bleeding.
In women (while in the vagina), no symptoms may be felt.

Condyloma acuminata is the most dangerous type of wart, since it is from them that a malignant tumor most often develops. If detected, it is necessary to undergo examination and subsequent treatment.

Video about condylomas

Papillomas in women

Men who have been diagnosed with papillomas constantly experience discomfort, especially during sexual intercourse. The formations interfere with normal sexual activity, and it is also inconvenient to wear underwear, which constantly rubs against the growths.

To avoid these consequences, you should determine the cause of the disease, these are:

intimate relationship with a partner affected by papillomavirus;
damage by papillomas during pregnancy;
general intimate hygiene and household items;
public places.

When human papillomavirus is detected, the patient becomes a carrier for life. The disease may not have obvious signs and manifest itself only in cases of decreased immunity, in the form of formations on the pubis and in the groin area, which appear quite quickly.

The following factors can provoke a sharp decline in immunity and the appearance of condylomas on the pubic area in men:

alcohol intoxication of the body, in particular constant;
tobacco addiction;
taking drugs;
work in hazardous production;
frequent stress and depression;
susceptibility to frequent viral diseases;
taking antibiotics or hormonal drugs;
dysfunction of the gastrointestinal tract.

These factors provoke the appearance of viral diseases, against the background of which papillomas are formed. They have the ability to transform into more dangerous forms and diseases.

In men, the glans penis, foreskin, frenulum, urethra, and urethra are often affected. If the latter are affected, it may be difficult to urinate, which leads to discomfort and prolonged pain, and in some cases can threaten the patient’s life.

Papillomas have a high probability of transmission from one person to another. This especially often happens through sexual intercourse. Often the formations protrude above the skin level. They can cause local bleeding and discomfort in the intimate areas.

How to treat papillomas?

Seeing a specialist will help you figure out how to get rid of papillomas in the groin. It all depends on the condition of the wart and its appearance.

If the color of the growth is normal, then you should consult a dermatologist. If the papilloma is of an atypical black color or if it is in an inflamed state, it would be useful to visit an oncologist.

A qualified doctor, based on your medical history and test results, will give competent advice on how to get rid of the virus.

Self-treatment

Most people do not pay attention to papillomas in the groin or try to get rid of them on their own.

Important: self-medication has very low effectiveness; most often, this approach to treatment is dangerous.

When deciding on independent treatment, you must adhere to several rules:

A wart that is too large, inflamed, and black in color cannot be removed by yourself;

It is strictly forbidden to cut, tear off, or tie papillomas with thread.

Failure to comply with these rules may result in serious consequences.

Viferon

To remove genital warts in the groin, salt baths are ideal. After five to seven procedures, the wart dries out and then falls off.

Among the medications there are drugs that fight the virus. It is especially good to use special ointments (Viferon, Genferon, Oxolinic ointment), but only as an auxiliary therapy to complex treatment.

Treatment of papillomas with medications

It is impossible to completely eradicate the human papillomavirus, but doctors have long developed a scheme to curb the development of the disease.

For this, complex therapy is used, consisting of:

Wart removal procedures;
Use of antiviral drugs;
Measures to enhance immunity.

Important: using only one point will not lead to the desired result. Most likely, a new wart will grow near the site where the papilloma was removed.

Oxolin ointment
The use of antiviral drugs helps block the spread of the virus throughout the body. As such products, pharmacists produce tablets, ointments, creams, and suppositories.
The spectrum of effects of antiviral drugs can be wide. Some of them, in addition to fighting the virus, increase the body's protective functions. If the drug does not have such a mechanism of action, then it is necessary to additionally take a drug with an immunomodulatory effect.

The use of medications helps to cope with the disease. You shouldn't ignore them.

Reasons why papilloma may become inflamed

If a papilloma is inflamed under the armpit or on another part of the body, the first thing you should do is find out the reason for this. Only rarely does this process occur spontaneously. Doctors name a number of factors that explain why the tumor has changed. The following is a list of reasons that answer the question of why papillomas become inflamed:

Injury of viral formation. Sometimes papillomas are located in very inconvenient places, which is why they are constantly injured. Such growths are damaged by nails, clothing, jewelry or a razor. Pathogenic microorganisms easily penetrate damaged tissue. They are the ones responsible for the onset of the inflammatory process, which causes a change in the color of the papilloma;
Strong emotional experience. If the papilloma is red and painful, you need to try to remember whether the patient has recently experienced serious stress. After all, it can also lead to similar problems;
Hormonal imbalance caused by pregnancy or long-term medication use. For this reason, not only swelling of the papilloma occurs, but also a change in its usual shape;
Hereditary factor. It can also lead to an exacerbation of the disease and affect already formed growths;
Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet rays. If the papilloma is inflamed and red, it is possible that the person spent too much time in the sun.

Papilloma can become inflamed due to trauma during shaving

These are not all the factors that explain why the papilloma is swollen and swollen. Swelling is often associated with the fact that a person abuses alcohol and smokes. Bad habits negatively affect not only the development of the disease, but also the condition of the entire body.

The neoplasm in patients with papillomavirus can also swell due to problems in the gastrointestinal tract and pathologies of the endocrine system.

How are papillomas removed?

Treatment of human papillomavirus includes a mandatory procedure for removing warts.

There are several ways to remove papillomas in the groin. The main thing is that the growth is completely destroyed, otherwise it will appear again.

The removal method depends on where the papilloma is located, how widespread the growths are, and whether there is a likelihood of developing oncology.

Papillomas in the groin area can be eliminated using hardware removal:

Liquid nitrogen
If the warts in the groin are located singly, then surgical removal will help quickly and painlessly get rid of the growths, while significantly reducing the likelihood of negative consequences.
Most often, the cryodestruction procedure (removal with liquid nitrogen) is used to remove papillomas in the groin area; the method is not used in other parts of the body due to low efficiency.

In other areas, papillomas are removed by:

Laser - the method is well suited for papillomas of different types and areas of distribution;
Radio waves - hardware removal without contact with the papilloma, the Surgitron device is used for the procedure;
High temperatures (electrocoagulation) - papillomas are burned out from the skin, the procedure is very painful, and is used extremely rarely.

The best way to remove warts in the groin in men: methods and tips

Skin formations in the intimate area, similar to warts, appear for various reasons and occur in people of both sexes. They can be a consequence of human papillomavirus infection, syphilis, benign in nature, or be a cancerous tumor.

Therefore, any warts in the groin in men first need to be diagnosed and then removed. Warts that appear in the perineal area are nothing more than genital warts.

They are somewhat more common in men, especially in the groin.

Rice. 1. Genital wart in the groin

When should warts in the groin in men be removed?

Warts caused by the papilloma virus should be removed in all cases. The fact is that growths on the skin of a viral nature do not tend to disappear on their own.

In addition, if nothing is done, such warts multiply uncontrollably and in a few days can spread throughout the perineum, groin areas and genitals. Skin formations in the groin of a different nature are treated differently. Manifestations of sexually transmitted diseases are eliminated with general medications, for example, tablets and injections.

Benign soft fibroids can be left alone if they do not particularly interfere or cause pain. Cancers are treated according to all the principles of oncology.

Rice. 2. Multiple warts in the groin

What is the best way to remove warts in the groin?

Any warts should only be removed by a qualified professional.

It is especially important to be careful when choosing skin removal techniques in areas with thin skin, including the genital and groin areas.

The use of various chemicals with an uncontrolled depth of action leads to burns of healthy tissue, the formation of deep wounds and subsequent scar deformation.

Rice. 3. To remove warts in the groin, you can use ALDAR cream

To remove warts in the groin, it is better to use a laser. It allows you to eliminate growths on the skin through vaporization - evaporation of a skin formation or wart from exposure to light energy and high temperatures.

Rice. 4. Cryotherapy - freezing warts with liquid nitrogen

Laser removal of various warts is superior to other removal methods in terms of its effectiveness and does not carry the risk of relapse of the disease, cicatricial deformation of the affected area, or contamination of the surrounding skin. In addition, the procedure itself is one-time, i.e. it does not require repeated sessions. It is carried out without pain and blood.

Warts in the groin should be removed if:

They are often injured and bleed.
There is a risk of infection.
Pain and burning occurs during sexual intercourse, urination or defecation.
The warts are growing and they have an unpleasant odor.

The growths are removed in different ways. The appropriate option must be selected together with the doctor, depending on the type of formation, degree of damage, contraindications, duration of the procedure and recovery period.

Rice. 5. Removing groin warts with liquid nitrogen

Ways to remove warts in the groin:

Laser removal is the most popular and highly effective method, which has virtually no contraindications or complications. The wart is evaporated layer by layer with a laser beam. After the session, a barely noticeable mark remains at the site of removal of the skin formation.
Medical removal.
It involves the use of cauterizing liquids. It is better to carry out the procedure of cauterization of warts under the supervision of a doctor. If used independently, they can cause a chemical burn to the skin in the groin area.
Cryodestruction.
Freezing a wart with liquid nitrogen. After treatment, the wart turns into a blister filled with bloody fluid. Healing occurs as with a normal thermal burn. The method has a number of complications, such as burns of surrounding tissues followed by inflammation. The effectiveness of this method is very low.
Electrotherapy. Removal of warts using high-frequency electric current. There is a risk of burns to surrounding healthy tissues; the effectiveness is low.
Radio wave operation. The wart is cut off in layers using a radio wave knife. It is not always possible to remove the “roots” of the wart deeply enough, so the risk of recurrence is very high.
Surgery.
Classic removal with a scalpel. Use as a last resort. After the operation, a recovery period is required; a scar is possible at the incision site.

Rice. 6. Condilin is suitable for removing warts in the groin

It should be borne in mind that removing a wart in a man’s groin solves only a cosmetic problem and cannot get rid of the virus. Therefore, whatever method is chosen, it is simultaneously necessary to strengthen the immune system and fight the virus.

With constant monitoring and following recommendations, relapses of the disease can be avoided.

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What does traditional medicine say?

It is good to use folk remedies to treat papillomas in the groin when they are solitary.

Most often, healers recommend iodine, celandine juice, onion or garlic juice.

It is important to know that traditional medicine is not suitable for everyone.

With extensive localization of papillomas, it is undesirable to use iodine, since the drug tends to accumulate in the body, which can cause a malfunction of the thyroid gland.
Celandine juice should be applied to the skin very carefully because of its strong pungency. If even a drop of the product gets on healthy skin, it can cause scars and burns.
Despite the less pungency of onion and garlic juices, they should also be used with great care.

Recipes with castor oil, hydrogen peroxide, and baking soda are less effective. The use of these remedies in the fight against pallomas in the groin does not help dry out the wart to such an extent that it peels off on its own.

Important: the use of folk remedies is not a panacea for papillomas. If the effect does not occur or the appearance of the wart has changed unpleasantly, you should immediately consult a specialist.

How to get rid of papillomas with folk remedies

Alternative recipes often help get rid of small lesions. Before starting to use traditional therapy, you should consult a specialist, since for some formations it may not be effective. The most popular recipes include:

Celandine - the liquid secreted by the plant has strong antiseptic properties. In large quantities it serves to effectively remove growths. It should be used without touching the tissue around the formation, which can lead to burns.
Potatoes – wipe the affected area with peeled potatoes every day. It is recommended to carry out the procedure for 30 days.
Fir oil is one of the easiest ways to combat pubic papillomas
Fir oil - used daily. Using a cotton pad or stick, apply oil to the papilloma. The therapeutic course lasts until the formation completely disappears.
Garlic ointment - this product should be used with special care in the genital area, since garlic can injure healthy cells, causing pain and burning. To prepare, you will need fresh, pressed garlic and baby cream in a 1:2 ratio. The mixture is applied in the form of a compress, which can be used for no more than three hours to avoid burns.
Castor oil - applied to the formation twice a day for 14 days or more.

Preventive measures against papillomas

To protect yourself from infection with the human papillomavirus, you just need to follow simple rules:

Be faithful to your sexual partner, if this is not possible for any reason, use condoms;
When you come home, immediately wash your hands with soap;
Try not to touch common objects unless absolutely necessary;
Those who like to visit public places of recreation (baths, saunas, swimming pools) must have personal slippers and bedding;
Before planning a pregnancy, you should undergo an HPV test to avoid the possibility of infecting yourself and your unborn baby;
Try to lead a healthy lifestyle, walk in the fresh air more often, play active sports, get proper rest, and give up bad habits;
Boost your immunity in all known ways.