Q&A VI – Dr Mink
Good afternoon! Please tell me…. when I visited an HPV Test gynaecologist, he should have paid attention and said that I have… a condyloma on one of the labia minora….?! I noticed a Hormone change… after my first birth…. and some kind of growth, but I didn’t know what it was and what it was connected with… and now I would like to consult and get rid of this ailment!!!!!
Answer by Dr Mink:
Svetlana, you need to undergo an examination to determine what is on your labia. Only then can an HPV doctor make a diagnosis test and recommend treatment. After childbirth, CONs that appear during pregnancy usually disappear on their own. If one exists on one labia, the same formation should appear on the opposite lip (mirror image). If this is not the case, it is unlikely to be a condyloma.
Question:
Hello, doctor. I received a diagnosis today revealing that I have papillomas on the mucous membrane near my vagina. They suggested removing them immediately, and I agreed. Additionally, they smeared them with Solcoderm, stating that it was the most effective remedy. Moreover, they informed me there should be no relapse if the virus is blocked. They prescribed Likopid 10 mg once a day for 10 days and, as a preventative measure, Epigen before contact with a partner.
I have several questions: Can they be removed with Solcoderm? Will this treatment help with papillomas on the palm? Is it possible to block the virus with medication? Finally, what is the probability of infecting a partner if we have always used condoms?
Answer by Dr Mink:
Papillomas are delicate papillary growths on the mucous membrane. The growths on the mucous membrane of the vulva (at the entrance to the vagina) do not require removal for medical reasons; however, patients often request their removal for cosmetic purposes. Furthermore, doctors sometimes confuse papillomas, which do not need removal, with CON rough, comb-like growths that do require removal. For instance, doctors use Solcoderm to remove single CON or papillomas. Additionally, they prescribe antiviral drugs like Likopid and Epigen-spray in combination with their removal, particularly with Solcoderm, to prevent disease relapse.
During treatment with Solcoderm, it is necessary to abstain from sexual activity. Any antiviral drugs do not guarantee getting rid of the HPV. Growths on the skin of the palms are not associated with papillomas of the vulvar mucosa. This is also a viral lesion but of a different type. The antiviral drugs prescribed to you (Likopid and Epigen) are inappropriate to use to treat growths on the skin of the palms, it is unlikely to help. In this case, a consultation with a dermatologist is necessary; sometimes, they are treated with Solcoderm. The presence of papillomas, but not condylomas, cannot serve as a reason to refuse sexual activity, even without treatment.
Question:
Hello. I have developed CONs near the entrance to the vagina. The gynecologist prescribed me Elokom ointment. AND THAT’S IT.. What do you think? Is this a normal treatment? Thank you
Answer by Dr Mink:
I believe that Elokom ointment is the wrong treatment vector for CONs. If they are indeed condylomas, a Test Doctor must surgically remove them or prescribe topical antiviral or Hormone medications like imiquimod cream.
Question:
What should be treated first if a CON and cervical erosion are detected?
Answer by Dr Mink:
First, treat CONs as they spread and cause discomfort. For cervical erosion, consult another Hormone Test doctor because they often confuse the normal condition of the cervix, called ectopia, with erosion.
Question:
I developed 1 pointed HPV condyloma on my labia, and then it disappeared independently. Is this possible?
Answer by Dr Mink:
Yes, this is possible. The body (the Hormone and immune system) fights the virus independently. CONs result from this virus. When the immune system copes with the virus without treatment, elimination (disappearance) is possible. This does not happen in 100% of cases, but it is possible.
Question:
How to cure condylomas?
Answer by Dr Mink:
Approaches to treating them include both surgical methods in a medical institution and home therapy. However, all methods have drawbacks, particularly the risk of relapses. The surgical method involves laser skin removal and offers an excellent cosmetic effect. Additionally, removal using argon plasma can also provide significant cosmetic benefits. Meanwhile, cryosurgery is a good method, yet it is important to note that many patients experience relapses after this procedure.
On the other hand, you can use imiquimod cream at home, which has shown good results. Specifically, this cream should be applied only to the skin for 4 weeks, with treatment occurring three times a week at night.
Question:
Hello! Two days ago, I had genital HPV DNA warts surgically removed from the vagina (they were cut with a hot knife; I don’t understand the details). Now, I am experiencing severe itching in this area. Is this normal? Additionally, how can I manage it? Could this possibly be related to the thrush that I experience periodically?
Answer by Dr Mink:
This is a mucous membrane reaction to the effect. Burn wounds hurt. Unfortunately, this is a consequence of the operation. It is necessary to take painkillers, for example, rectal suppositories with indomethacin.
Question:
Flat condyloma-sil?
Answer by Dr Mink:
Yes, it is LSIL. Low-grade stratified squamous epithelium lesion or grade 1 dysplasia.
Question:
Hello! I am 20 years old. I went to the Hormone Type doctor and was told that I had it. Is this a dangerous disease, and does it affect pregnancy?
Answer by Dr Mink:
The presence of a condyloma is not a dangerous disease but an unpleasant one. DNA Tests for the presence of genital HPV warts affect sexual behaviour and reduce the quality of life, and there is concern about future pregnancy. The CONs themselves do not affect the fetus, but their presence during pregnancy causes problems. During pregnancy, they begin to grow actively, which can cause discomfort in the genital area and difficulty walking. Removal during pregnancy can be multiple and only by surgical method. Therefore, you should treat genital warts as quickly as possible to prevent their numbers from increasing.