Papilloma ointment is often used to control skin growths. The effectiveness of this agent depends on the composition, the nature of the action, the degree of infection. Papillomas on the body and mucous membranes appear when the papilloma virus enters the body.
Therefore, the use of ointments, creams, gels usually only has a local effect. The virus does not disappear from the blood. The use of ointment and at the same time antiviral drugs, strengthening the immune defense will help to prevent relapses.
Ways to remove papillomas
Papillomas are benign skin neoplasms. In very rare cases, the papilloma can degenerate into a malignant tumor. If the papilloma is not causing discomfort (physical or emotional), you cannot remove it.
But if the neoplasm causes pain, for example, when rubbing against clothes, it should be treated without fail. It is better to consult an experienced doctor about the possibility and choice of a method of treating papilloma. Experts often recommend removing papilloma by one of the following methods:
- Surgical (excision under local anesthesia).
- Liquid nitrogen (cryodestruction).
- Acid. Laser
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- Electric shock (electrocoagulation).
Many people use folk remedies for papilloma. Before using traditional methods, you need to consult a doctor. Some products cannot be used, for example on the face, others can cause individual side effects.
The use of ointments to remove papillomas, unlike instant surgical laser removal, refers to gentler methods of treating neoplasms.
Types of ointments
All ointments used to fight papillomas can be divided into 2 types:
Ready-to-use ointments are sold in pharmacies or specialized stores, there are 3 types:
- Ointments based on active acids.Known antiseptics have anti-inflammatory properties. It is not recommended to use such ointments for the treatment of facial papillomas. In addition, the funds can cause individual side effects and are not recommended for children and people with kidney failure. The effect occurs after several weeks of use. These ointments are not effective in all cases.
- Herbal ointments.The active components of ointments penetrate deep to the roots of the papilloma, and the powders have a detrimental effect on the papilloma itself. Since the products are medicinal herbs, an allergic reaction is not excluded in people prone to allergies. Herbal remedies, like acid preparations, do not work on the cause of the disease, but help to eliminate its external manifestations.
- Antiviral ointments.From the name, it is clear that these ointments work on the cause of papillomas - a virus. The drugs interfere with the development and reproduction processes of the virus.
Ointments can also be made at home. The best known and most effective is vinegar ointment. A washed and clean chicken egg is placed in a cup, poured with vinegar (essence). Close tightly. When the shell dissolves, remove the film that was under the shell, add the inner fat, mix well. Store the ointment in the refrigerator, the shelf life is several years.
Garlic-Vaseline ointment, celandine and petrolatum ointments, vinegar and flour are also prepared at home. Homemade ointment can damage healthy skin and should be used with great caution.
Skin treatment after elimination of papilloma
The use of any skin care product, including ointments after papilloma removal, should be discussed with a doctor. The skin at the removal site is thin, delicate, infection can easily enter the wound.
The doctor will advise you on how to treat the wound, talk about the possibility of using cosmetics. It is not recommended to use any means until the wound heals.
After getting rid of papillomas, you need to carefully monitor the skin, follow the doctor's recommendations, strengthen the immune system to prevent the appearance of new papillomas.