Condylomata Acuminata
Podophyllin
Genital Diseases, Male
Cryotherapy
Anus Diseases
Human papillomavirus 6
Papillomaviridae
Genital Diseases, Female
Papillomavirus Vaccines
Keratolytic Agents
Human papillomavirus 11
Podophyllotoxin
Upregulation of connexin 26 is a feature of keratinocyte differentiation in hyperproliferative epidermis, vaginal epithelium, and buccal epithelium. (1/250)
In epidermis, it has been suggested, intercellular communication through gap junctions is important in coordinating cell behavior. The connexins, may facilitate selective assembly or permeability of gap junctions, influencing the distribution of metabolites between cells. Using immunohistochemistry, we have compared the distribution of connexins 26 and 43 with that of proliferating cells (Ki67 labeling) in normal epidermis, hyperplastic epidermis (tape-stripped epidermis, psoriatic lesions, and viral warts), and vaginal and buccal epithelia. Connexin 43 was abundant in spinous layers of all epidermal specimens and in vaginal and buccal epithelia. Connexin 26 was absent from the interfollicular and interductal epidermis of normal hair-bearing skin, and nonlesional psoriatic epidermis but present at very low levels in plantar epidermis. Connexin 26 was prominent in lesional psoriatic epidermis and viral warts and in vaginal and buccal epithelia. In three independent experiments connexin 26 appeared in a patchy intercellular distribution in the basal epidermis within 24 h of tape stripping, proceeding to more extensive distribution in basal and suprabasal layers by 48 h. The increase in connexin 26 preceded that in cell proliferation. In vaginal epithelium, buccal epithelium, and viral warts connexin 26 was restricted mainly to suprabasal, nonproliferating cells. In psoriatic lesional epidermis connexin 26 was also located mainly in suprabasal, nonproliferating cells. Connexin 26 was present in a patchy distribution in the basal layer of psoriatic lesional epidermis, but double labeling for connexin 26 and Ki67 showed that many connexin 26 positive basal cells were nonproliferative, suggesting that connexin 26 may be related to differentiation rather than to proliferation. These observations would be consistent with a role for connexin 26 containing gap junctions during both early and later stages of keratinocyte differentiation in hyperplastic epidermis and in vaginal and buccal epithelia. (+info)Human papillomavirus and the development of non-melanoma skin cancer. (2/250)
Human papillomaviruses (HPV) are increasingly recognised as important human carcinogens. The best established association with human malignancy is that of high-risk mucosal HPV types and anogenital cancer. HPV-induced transformation of anogenital epithelia has been the subject of intense research which has identified the cellular tumour suppressor gene products, p53 and pRB, as important targets for the viral oncoproteins E6 and E7 respectively. Certain HPV types are also strongly associated with the development of non-melanoma skin cancer in the inherited disorder epidermodysplasia verruciformis (EV). However, in contrast with anogenital malignancy the oncogenic mechanisms of EV-HPV types remain uncertain, and there appears to be a crucial additional requirement for ultraviolet radiation. Cutaneous HPV types in the general population are predominantly associated with benign viral warts, but a role in non-melanoma skin cancer has recently been postulated. Polymerase chain reaction based HPV detection techniques have shown a high prevalence of HPV DNA, particularly in skin cancers from immunosuppressed patients and to a lesser extent in malignancies from otherwise immunocompetent individuals. No particular HPV type has yet emerged as predominant, and the role of HPV in cutaneous malignancy is unclear at present. It remains to be established whether HPV plays an active or purely a passenger role in the evolution of non-melanoma skin cancer. (+info)Degenerate and nested PCR: a highly sensitive and specific method for detection of human papillomavirus infection in cutaneous warts. (3/250)
The role of human papillomavirus (HPV) in anogenital carcinogenesis is firmly established, but evidence that supports a similar role in skin remains speculative. Immunosuppressed renal transplant recipients have an increased incidence of viral warts and nonmelanoma skin cancer, and the presence of HPV DNA in these lesions, especially types associated with the condition epidermodysplasia verruciformis (EV), has led to suggestions that HPV may play a pathogenic role. However, differences in the specificities and sensitivities of techniques used to detect HPV in skin have led to wide discrepancies in the spectrum of HPV types reported. We describe a degenerate nested PCR technique with the capacity to detect a broad spectrum of cutaneous, mucosal, and EV HPV types. In a series of 51 warts from 23 renal transplant recipients, this method detected HPV DNA in all lesions, representing a significant improvement over many previously published studies. Cutaneous types were found in 84.3% of warts and EV types were found in 80.4% of warts, whereas mucosal types were detected in 27.4% of warts. In addition, the method allowed codetection of two or more distinct HPV types in 94.1% of lesions. In contrast, single HPV types were detected in all but 1 of 20 warts from 15 immunocompetent individuals. In summary, we have established a highly sensitive and comprehensive degenerate PCR methodology for detection and genotyping of HPV from the skin and have demonstrated a diverse spectrum of multiple HPV types in cutaneous warts from transplant recipients. Studies designed to assess the significance of these findings to cutaneous carcinogenesis are under way. (+info)Naturally occurring, nonregressing canine oral papillomavirus infection: host immunity, virus characterization, and experimental infection. (4/250)
Papillomaviruses occasionally cause severe, nonregressing or recurrent infections in their human and animal hosts. The mechanisms underlying these atypical infections are not known. Canine oral papillomavirus (COPV) typically regresses spontaneously and is an important model of mucosal human papillomavirus infections. A severe, naturally occurring, nonregressing COPV infection provided an opportunity to investigate some aspects of viral pathogenicity and host immunity. In this case, the papillomas proved refractory to surgical and medical treatments, including autogenous vaccination and vaccination with capsid (L1) virus-like particles. High levels of induced anti-L1 antibodies appeared to have no effect on the infection. The papillomas spread to oesophageal mucosa, perioral haired skin, and remote cutaneous sites. Isolation of COPV from the animal and sequencing of several regions of the viral genome showed no differences to the COPV prototype. Experimental infection of beagle dogs with this viral isolate resulted in the uncomplicated development and regression of oral warts within the usual period, indicating that the virus was not an unusual pathogenic variant. These findings support the hypothesis that the recurrent lesions seen in some human papillomavirus infections, such as recurrent laryngeal papillomatosis, are associated with specific defects in host immunity rather than variations in viral pathogenicity. (+info)A solitary cutaneous tumor with distinct areas of verruca and seborrheic keratosis-like lesion. (5/250)
A single, exophytic, cutaneous tumor on the thigh of a 52-year-old man was examined by light microscopy, in situ hybridization and immunohistochemistry. It demonstrated distinct areas of verruca and of seborrheic keratosis-like morphology simultaneously. Focally, architectural abnormalities were noted in some deeper parts of the tumor, but there was no morphological evidence of malignancy. The patient has remained disease-free for two and a half years after surgery. Biotinylated full genomicDNA probes of HPV confirmed the presence of types 6/11 exclusively in the verrucous portion of the neoplasm. In the verrucous component p53 protein was overexpressed and, additionally, increased Ki-67 immunopositive signals were detected, being localized below the HPV-DNA-expressing spinous cells. (+info)Antibodies to human papillomavirus type 5 are generated in epidermal repair processes. (6/250)
We reported previously that patients with psoriasis harbored at a very high frequency DNA sequences of the oncogenic human papillomavirus type 5 (HPV5) associated with epidermodysplasia verruciformis. Moreover anti-HPV5 antibodies were detected in 25% of the cases. Our aim was to find out whether keratinocyte hyperproliferation and/or autoimmunity could be responsible for HPV5 expression in psoriasis. We found that epidermal repair in patients with extensive second degree burns (n = 19) is frequently associated with the generation of anti-HPV5 antibodies. In patients with autoimmune bullous diseases (n = 118), a condition in which keratinocyte proliferation is involved in repair mechanisms, the prevalence of anti-HPV5 antibodies (15%-25%) was similar to that reported in psoriasis and significantly higher than that (5%) observed in individuals with no known history of human papillomavirus infection (n = 119). A high detection rate (57.9%) of HPV5 DNA was observed in patients with bullous diseases. Anti-HPV5 antibodies were found in patients with autoimmune connective tissue disorders with cutaneous involvement (n = 40) as frequently as in patients with bullous diseases. HPV5 DNA was detected in one of the 10 patients studied. In contrast, the prevalence of anti-HPV5 antibodies in patients with autoimmune neurological disorders (n = 47) and in patients with common warts (n = 28) or invasive carcinomas of the skin (n = 40) was as low as in the general population. It is worth stressing that a similar prevalence of antibodies against HPV1 was found in all groups studied. Our data strongly suggest that extensive keratinocyte proliferation is a major factor for the generation of anti-HPV5 antibodies and that autoimmunity may contribute to this phenomenon. It remains to be determined whether HPV5 and other human papillomavirus genotypes associated with epidermodysplasia verruciformis contribute to the hyperproliferation of keratinocytes occurring in epidermal repair and in psoriasis. (+info)Synthesis of viral DNA and late capsid protein L1 in parabasal spinous cell layers of naturally occurring benign warts infected with human papillomavirus type 1. (7/250)
We investigated human papillomavirus type 1 (HPV1)-specific transcription, viral DNA replication, and viral protein expression in naturally occurring benign tumors by in situ hybridization, 5-bromodeoxyuridine (BrdU) incorporation, and immunohistochemistry and obtained results different from other HPV-infected benign tumors characterized so far. Moderate amounts of transcripts with a putative coding potential for E6/E7, E1, and E2 were demonstrated from the first subrabasal cell layer throughout the stratum spinosum and granulosum. In addition very large amounts of E4 and L1 transcripts were present in the same epithelial layers. This finding was substantiated by the demonstration of L1 and E4 protein already in the bottom-most spinous cell layer. Furthermore massive amplification of the viral DNA as measured by BrdU incorporation and different methods of in situ hybridization took place in the lowest 5 to 10 suprabasal cell layers. These findings are in contrast to the assumption that late gene expression and viral DNA synthesis are restricted to the more differentiated cell layers of the epithelium and point to differences in the regulation of the vegetative life cycle between different papillomavirus types. (+info)Proteasome-mediated degradation of the papillomavirus E2-TA protein is regulated by phosphorylation and can modulate viral genome copy number. (8/250)
The bovine papillomavirus E2 proteins regulate viral transcription, replication, and episomal genome maintenance. We have previously mapped the major phosphorylation sites of the E2 proteins to serine residues 298 and 301 and shown that mutation of serine residue 301 to alanine leads to a dramatic (10- to 20-fold) increase in viral DNA copy number. In this study we analyzed how phosphorylation regulates E2 protein function. S301 is located in a PEST sequence; these sequences are often found in proteins with a short half-life and can be regulated by phosphorylation. We show here that the E2 protein is ubiquitinated and degraded by the proteasome. Mutation of serine 301 to alanine increases the half-life of E2 from approximately 50 min to 160 min. Furthermore, the A301 E2 protein shows greatly reduced ubiquitination and degradation by the proteasome. These results suggest that the E2 protein level is regulated by phosphorylation, which in turn determines viral episomal copy number. (+info)Warts are small, rough growths on the skin or mucous membranes caused by one of several types of human papillomavirus (HPV). They can appear anywhere on the body but most often occur on the hands, fingers, and feet. Warts are benign, non-cancerous growths, but they can be unsightly, uncomfortable, or painful, depending on their location and size.
Warts are caused by HPV infecting the top layer of skin, usually through a small cut or scratch. The virus triggers an overproduction of keratin, a protein in the skin, leading to the formation of a hard, rough growth. Warts can vary in appearance depending on their location and type, but they are generally round or irregularly shaped, with a rough surface that may be flat or slightly raised. They may also contain small black dots, which are actually tiny blood vessels that have clotted.
Warts are contagious and can spread from person to person through direct skin-to-skin contact or by sharing personal items such as towels or razors. They can also be spread by touching a wart and then touching another part of the body. Warts may take several months to develop after exposure to HPV, so it may not always be clear when or how they were contracted.
There are several types of warts, including common warts, plantar warts (which occur on the soles of the feet), flat warts (which are smaller and smoother than other types of warts), and genital warts (which are sexually transmitted). While most warts are harmless and will eventually go away on their own, some may require medical treatment if they are causing discomfort or are unsightly. Treatment options for warts include topical medications, cryotherapy (freezing the wart with liquid nitrogen), and surgical removal.
'Condylomata Acuminata' is the medical term for genital warts, which are growths or bumps that appear on the genital area. They are caused by certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV). Genital warts can vary in appearance, and they may be small, flat, and difficult to see or large, cauliflower-like, and easily visible.
The warts can appear on the vulva, vagina, cervix, rectum, anus, penis, or scrotum. They are usually painless but can cause discomfort during sexual intercourse. In some cases, genital warts can lead to serious health problems, such as cervical cancer in women.
It is important to note that not all people with HPV will develop genital warts, and many people with HPV are asymptomatic and unaware they have the virus. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends routine HPV vaccination for both boys and girls aged 11-12 years to prevent HPV infection and related diseases, including genital warts.
Podophyllin is not typically used in modern medicine due to its potential toxicity and the availability of safer and more effective alternatives. However, historically it was used as a topical medication for the treatment of certain skin conditions such as genital warts. It's derived from the dried roots and rhizomes of Podophyllum peltatum (May apple or American mandrake) and Podophyllum emodi (Himalayan mayapple).
The medical definition of Podophyllin, according to the 30th edition of Dorland's Illustrated Medical Dictionary, is: "A brownish-yellow, resinous extract from the rhizomes and roots of Podophyllum peltatum L. (Berberidaceae) or P. emodi Wall., containing podophyllotoxin and other aryltetralin lignans. It has been used topically as a caustic for treatment of condylomata acuminata, but its use is limited because of potential systemic toxicity."
It's crucial to note that Podophyllin should only be applied by healthcare professionals due to the risk of adverse effects and toxicity. The more common formulation now used is podophyllotoxin, which comes in a purified form and has a lower risk of systemic toxicity compared to Podophyllin.
Genital diseases in males refer to various medical conditions that affect the male reproductive and urinary systems, including the penis, testicles, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, prostate, and urethra. These conditions can be infectious, inflammatory, degenerative, or neoplastic (cancerous) in nature. Some common examples of male genital diseases include:
1. Balanitis: Inflammation of the foreskin and glans penis, often caused by infection, irritants, or poor hygiene.
2. Prostatitis: Inflammation of the prostate gland, which can be acute or chronic, bacterial or non-bacterial in origin.
3. Epididymitis: Inflammation of the epididymis, a coiled tube at the back of the testicle that stores and carries sperm. It is often caused by infection.
4. Orchitis: Inflammation of the testicle, usually resulting from infection or autoimmune disorders.
5. Testicular torsion: A surgical emergency characterized by twisting of the spermatic cord, leading to reduced blood flow and potential tissue damage in the testicle.
6. Varicocele: Dilated veins in the scrotum that can cause pain, discomfort, or fertility issues.
7. Peyronie's disease: A connective tissue disorder causing scarring and curvature of the penis during erections.
8. Penile cancer: Malignant growths on the penis, often squamous cell carcinomas, which can spread to other parts of the body if left untreated.
9. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH): Non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that can cause lower urinary tract symptoms such as difficulty initiating or maintaining a steady stream of urine.
10. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs): Infectious diseases, like chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and human papillomavirus (HPV), that can be transmitted through sexual contact and affect the male genital region.
Cryotherapy is a medical treatment that uses low temperatures to destroy abnormal or diseased tissue. It can be applied locally to a small area, or more widely to larger areas of the body. In local cryotherapy, a substance such as liquid nitrogen or argon gas is applied directly to the skin to freeze and destroy unwanted cells, such as in the treatment of warts, skin tags, or certain types of cancer. More widespread cryotherapy can be achieved through the use of cold chambers that lower the temperature of the air around the body, which has been used to treat conditions such as inflammation, pain, and muscle spasms.
The medical definition of cryotherapy is:
"The therapeutic application of cold temperatures to damaged tissues to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and provide pain relief."
The anus is the opening at the end of the digestive tract where feces are eliminated from the body. There are several diseases and conditions that can affect the anus, including:
1. Anal fissure: A small tear in the lining of the anus, which can cause pain and bleeding during bowel movements.
2. Hemorrhoids: Swollen veins in the rectum or anus that can cause discomfort, itching, and bleeding.
3. Perianal abscess: A collection of pus in the tissue surrounding the anus, which can cause pain, swelling, and redness.
4. Anal fistula: An abnormal connection between the anal canal and the skin around the anus, often resulting from a perianal abscess that did not heal properly.
5. Anal cancer: A rare form of cancer that develops in the cells lining the anus, usually affecting people over the age of 50.
6. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD): A group of chronic inflammatory conditions of the intestine, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, which can affect the anus and cause symptoms such as pain, bleeding, and diarrhea.
7. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs): Certain STIs, such as herpes simplex virus, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, can affect the anus and cause symptoms such as pain, discharge, and sores.
8. Fecal incontinence: The involuntary loss of bowel control, which can be caused by nerve damage, muscle weakness, or other medical conditions affecting the anus.
Penile diseases refer to a range of medical conditions that affect the penis, including infections, inflammatory conditions, and structural abnormalities. Some common penile diseases include:
1. Balanitis: an infection or inflammation of the foreskin and/or head of the penis.
2. Balanoposthitis: an infection or inflammation of both the foreskin and the head of the penis.
3. Phimosis: a condition in which the foreskin is too tight to be pulled back over the head of the penis.
4. Paraphimosis: a medical emergency in which the foreskin becomes trapped behind the head of the penis and cannot be returned to its normal position.
5. Peyronie's disease: a condition characterized by the development of scar tissue inside the penis, leading to curvature during erections.
6. Erectile dysfunction: the inability to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse.
7. Penile cancer: a rare form of cancer that affects the skin and tissues of the penis.
These conditions can have various causes, including bacterial or fungal infections, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), skin conditions, trauma, or underlying medical conditions. Treatment for penile diseases varies depending on the specific condition and its severity, but may include medications, surgery, or lifestyle changes.
Human papillomavirus 6 (HPV-6) is a type of human papillomavirus (HPV), which is a double-stranded DNA virus belonging to the Papillomaviridae family. HPV-6 is one of the low-risk types of HPV that primarily causes benign, self-limiting epithelial lesions, such as genital warts (condyloma acuminata) and respiratory papillomas.
HPV-6 is sexually transmitted and can infect both males and females. Infection with HPV-6 may not always cause symptoms or noticeable lesions, but when it does, the most common manifestation is genital warts. These warts can appear as small, flesh-colored bumps or growths on the genitals, anus, or surrounding skin. They can be flat or raised, single or multiple, and sometimes cluster together in a cauliflower-like shape.
Although HPV-6 is generally considered low risk, it has been associated with rare cases of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), a condition characterized by the growth of benign tumors in the respiratory tract. RRP can cause hoarseness, noisy breathing, and difficulty swallowing, and may require surgical intervention to manage.
Preventive measures against HPV-6 include vaccination with approved HPV vaccines (Gardasil and Gardasil 9) that protect against HPV-6, as well as other low-risk and high-risk types of HPV. Safe sexual practices, such as using condoms, can also reduce the risk of transmission but do not provide complete protection since HPV can infect areas not covered by condoms.
Papillomaviridae is a family of small, non-enveloped DNA viruses that primarily infect the epithelial cells of mammals, birds, and reptiles. The name "papillomavirus" comes from the Latin word "papilla," which means nipple or small projection, reflecting the characteristic wart-like growths (papillomas) that these viruses can cause in infected host tissues.
The family Papillomaviridae includes more than 200 distinct papillomavirus types, with each type being defined by its specific DNA sequence. Human papillomaviruses (HPVs), which are the most well-studied members of this family, are associated with a range of diseases, from benign warts and lesions to malignant cancers such as cervical, anal, penile, vulvar, and oropharyngeal cancers.
Papillomaviruses have a circular, double-stranded DNA genome that is approximately 8 kbp in size. The viral genome encodes several early (E) proteins involved in viral replication and oncogenesis, as well as late (L) proteins that form the viral capsid. The life cycle of papillomaviruses is tightly linked to the differentiation program of their host epithelial cells, with productive infection occurring primarily in the differentiated layers of the epithelium.
In summary, Papillomaviridae is a family of DNA viruses that infect epithelial cells and can cause a variety of benign and malignant diseases. Human papillomaviruses are a significant public health concern due to their association with several cancer types.
Genital diseases in females refer to various medical conditions that affect the female reproductive system, including the vulva, vagina, cervix, uterus, and ovaries. These conditions can be caused by bacterial, viral, or fungal infections, hormonal imbalances, or structural abnormalities. Some common examples of genital diseases in females include bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and human papillomavirus (HPV), pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), endometriosis, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and vulvar or vaginal cancer. Symptoms of genital diseases in females can vary widely depending on the specific condition but may include abnormal vaginal discharge, pain or discomfort during sex, irregular menstrual bleeding, painful urination, and pelvic pain. It is important for women to receive regular gynecological care and screenings to detect and treat genital diseases early and prevent complications.
Papillomavirus vaccines are vaccines that have been developed to prevent infection by human papillomaviruses (HPV). HPV is a DNA virus that is capable of infecting the skin and mucous membranes. Certain types of HPV are known to cause cervical cancer, as well as other types of cancer such as anal, penile, vulvar, and oropharyngeal cancers. Other types of HPV can cause genital warts.
There are currently two papillomavirus vaccines that have been approved for use in the United States: Gardasil and Cervarix. Both vaccines protect against the two most common cancer-causing types of HPV (types 16 and 18), which together cause about 70% of cervical cancers. Gardasil also protects against the two most common types of HPV that cause genital warts (types 6 and 11).
Papillomavirus vaccines are given as a series of three shots over a period of six months. They are most effective when given to people before they become sexually active, as this reduces the risk of exposure to HPV. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that all boys and girls get vaccinated against HPV at age 11 or 12, but the vaccine can be given to people as young as age 9 and as old as age 26.
It is important to note that papillomavirus vaccines do not protect against all types of HPV, and they do not treat existing HPV infections or cervical cancer. They are intended to prevent new HPV infections and the cancers and other diseases that can be caused by HPV.
Keratolytic agents are substances that cause the softening and sloughing off of excess keratin, the protein that makes up the outermost layer of the skin (stratum corneum). These agents help to break down and remove dead skin cells, increase moisture retention, and promote the growth of new skin cells. They are commonly used in the treatment of various dermatological conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, warts, calluses, and ichthyosis. Examples of keratolytic agents include salicylic acid, urea, lactic acid, and retinoic acid.
Aminoquinolines are a class of drugs that contain a quinoline chemical structure and an amino group. They are primarily used as antimalarial agents, with the most well-known members of this class being chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine. These drugs work by inhibiting the parasite's ability to digest hemoglobin in the red blood cells, which is necessary for its survival and reproduction.
In addition to their antimalarial properties, aminoquinolines have also been studied for their potential anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects. They have been investigated as a treatment for various autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, although their use in these conditions is not yet widely accepted.
It's important to note that aminoquinolines can have significant side effects, including gastrointestinal symptoms, retinopathy, and cardiac toxicity. They should only be used under the close supervision of a healthcare provider, and their use may be contraindicated in certain populations, such as pregnant women or individuals with preexisting heart conditions.
Human papillomavirus type 11 (HPV-11) is a specific type of human papillomavirus that is known to cause benign, or noncancerous, growths called papillomas or warts on the skin and mucous membranes. HPV-11 is one of several types of HPV that are classified as low-risk because they are rarely associated with cancer.
HPV-11 is primarily transmitted through sexual contact and can infect the genital area, leading to the development of genital warts. In some cases, HPV-11 infection may also cause respiratory papillomatosis, a rare condition in which benign growths develop in the airways, including the throat and lungs.
HPV-11 is preventable through vaccination with the human papillomavirus vaccine, which protects against several low-risk and high-risk types of HPV. It is important to note that while HPV-11 is not associated with cancer, other high-risk types of HPV can cause cervical, anal, and oral cancers, so vaccination is still recommended for individuals who are sexually active or plan to become sexually active.
Penile neoplasms refer to abnormal growths or tumors in the penis. These can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The most common type of penile cancer is squamous cell carcinoma, which begins in the flat cells that line the surface of the penis. Other types of penile cancer include melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and adenocarcinoma.
Benign penile neoplasms include conditions such as papillomas, condylomas, and peyronie's disease. These growths are usually not life-threatening, but they can cause discomfort, pain, or other symptoms that may require medical treatment.
It is important to note that any unusual changes in the penis, such as lumps, bumps, or sores, should be evaluated by a healthcare professional to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
Skin diseases of viral origin are conditions that affect the skin caused by viral infections. These infections can lead to various symptoms such as rashes, blisters, papules, and skin lesions. Some common examples of viral skin diseases include:
1. Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) infection: This causes cold sores or genital herpes, which are characterized by small, painful blisters on the skin.
2. Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) infection: This causes chickenpox and shingles, which are characterized by itchy, fluid-filled blisters on the skin.
3. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection: This causes warts, which are small, rough growths on the skin.
4. Molluscum contagiosum: This is a viral infection that causes small, raised, and pearly white bumps on the skin.
5. Measles: This is a highly contagious viral disease characterized by fever, cough, runny nose, and a rash that spreads all over the body.
6. Rubella: Also known as German measles, this viral infection causes a red rash on the face and neck that spreads to the rest of the body.
Viral skin diseases can be spread through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated objects, such as towels or bedding. Some viral skin diseases can be prevented through vaccination, while others can be treated with antiviral medications or other therapies.
Podophyllotoxin is a pharmaceutical agent derived from the podophyllum plant. It is an antimitotic compound that inhibits microtubule assembly, leading to cell cycle arrest and apoptosis. It is primarily used in topical form as a treatment for genital warts, caused by certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). Podophyllotoxin works by interfering with the growth of the wart cells, eventually causing them to die off.
It's important to note that podophyllotoxin is a potent cytotoxic agent and should only be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should not be taken orally or applied to open wounds, and it should be kept out of reach of children.
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- Mosaic wart, a group of tightly clustered plantar-type warts, commonly on the hands or soles of the feet. (wikipedia.org)
- Plantar warts found on the soles of the feet. (medlineplus.gov)
- Special foot cushions can help ease the pain from plantar warts. (medlineplus.gov)
- Periungual or plantar warts are harder to cure than warts in other places. (medlineplus.gov)
- Plantar warts can be painful, and extensive involvement on the sole of the foot may impair ambulation. (medscape.com)
- I mave massive plantar warts , have been enduring cryotherapy for about a year. (abchomeopathy.com)
- But rest assured, if you have a common wart on your fingers, you are not going to give yourself genital warts, or even plantar warts, if you touch those parts of your body. (theconversation.com)
- Nothing works that well for plantar warts. (theconversation.com)
- Plantar warts appear on the soles and are sometimes painful. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- When it came to treating plantar warts, which are ingrown warts on the calloused soles of the feet and are notoriously hard to treat, neither of the treatment options worked better than the wait-and-see approach, Bruggink said. (livescience.com)
- Warts that form on the fingers are typically called "common" warts, while those that appear on the soles of the feet are called plantar warts. (drbenkim.com)
- In 1964 I was a senior in high school and had many plantar warts on one foot. (drbenkim.com)
- Podophyllotoxin : Also known trade name ( Condylox) , quite effective against common ones such as Plantar Warts. (dane101.com)
- Mosaic warts are groups of smaller plantar or palmar warts that join together. (msdmanuals.com)
Human papillomavirus20
- A range of types of wart have been identified, varying in shape and site affected, as well as the type of human papillomavirus involved. (wikipedia.org)
- Warts are benign proliferations of skin and mucosa caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). (medscape.com)
- Genital warts are cauliflower-like growths caused by certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV). (healthline.com)
- Genital warts are caused by certain types of the human papillomavirus (HPV), which is the most common viral sexually transmitted disease in the United States. (healthline.com)
- Genital warts are caused by the spread of human papillomavirus ( HPV ) from one infected person to a noninfected person. (medicinenet.com)
- Nearly all sexually active people will become infected with at least one type of human papillomavirus (HPV), the virus that causes genital warts, at some point during their lives. (mayoclinic.org)
- The human papillomavirus (HPV) causes warts. (mayoclinic.org)
- To learn more about HPV infection, see HealthLinkBC File #101a Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection and Genital Warts . (healthlinkbc.ca)
- This topic provides information about the human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes genital warts and can also cause cervical cancer. (healthlinkbc.ca)
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) XS2 was isolated from cil cream, imiquimod 5% cream, cryosurgery, surgical warts on an immunosuppressed patient. (cdc.gov)
- Author affiliations: University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany skin lesions (erythematous warts) from a female patient before she was administered human papillomavirus vaccine. (cdc.gov)
- Warts can be caused by many of the strains of human papillomavirus . (livescience.com)
- An anogenital wart is a common superficial skin lesion in the anogenital area caused by specific human papillomavirus (HPV) types. (dermnetnz.org)
- Anogenital warts are an infection caused by specific human papillomavirus types, most commonly HPV types 6 and 11. (dermnetnz.org)
- The particular virus responsible for warts is called the human papillomavirus (HPV for short), which exists in many different subtypes most of which actually cause warts. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- Because warts are caused by a virus (the HPV - human papillomavirus mentioned above), they tend to be contagious and passed on from person to person, often through a break in the skin and then contact with someone who already has the wart bearing virus. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- Warts are small skin growths that occur on various parts of the body because of infection caused by human papillomavirus ( HPV ). (dane101.com)
- Histopathologic findings for a representative biopsy of skin lesions (erythematous warts) from a female patient before she was administered human papillomavirus vaccine. (cdc.gov)
- Genital warts are an epidermal manifestation attributed to the epidermotropic human papillomavirus (HPV). (medscape.com)
- Warts are small skin growths caused by a virus called human papillomavirus (HPV). (msdmanuals.com)
Cryotherapy9
- Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen, performed by your GP, is probably more effective if you want to get rid of your warts quickly. (theconversation.com)
- One 2002 study found that the duct tape method was significantly more effective than cryotherapy, which involves using liquid nitrogen to freeze the wart. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Warts resolved entirely in 85% of the participants in the duct tape group and in 60% of those in the cryotherapy group. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Four hundred and fifty patients were enrolled into a randomised clinical trial in a public sexually transmitted diseases clinic to evaluate the efficacy of podophyllin, cryotherapy, and electrodesiccation for treatment of external genital warts. (nih.gov)
- Complete clearance of warts was observed in 41%, 79%, and 94% of patients who received up to six weekly treatments of podophyllin, cryotherapy, and electrodesiccation, respectively. (nih.gov)
- Electrodesiccation and cryotherapy were more effective than podophyllin for the treatment of external genital warts, but none of these three treatments were highly successful. (nih.gov)
- Cryotherapy, already a common practice of dermatologists, "is basically freezing the wart" so that it dries up and falls off, said study researcher Dr. Sjoerd Bruggink, a physician at the Leiden University Medical Center in the Netherlands. (livescience.com)
- Of the common warts treated with cryotherapy, 49 percent were cured after three months. (livescience.com)
- Another treatment called cryotherapy uses liquid nitrogen to freeze the wart. (targetwoman.com)
Cause genital warts8
- But the types of HPV that cause genital warts do not usually cause cancer. (kidshealth.org)
- The same types of HPV that can cause genital warts may also cause warts in the mouth and throat. (healthline.com)
- Some strains of genital HPV can cause genital warts, while others can cause cancer. (mayoclinic.org)
- HPV can cause genital warts and cancers of the anus, cervix, mouth and throat, penis, vagina and vulva. (healthlinkbc.ca)
- Some types cause genital warts and are called low-risk. (healthlinkbc.ca)
- Certain types of the virus cause genital warts and some types cause abnormal cervical cell changes and cervical cancer. (healthlinkbc.ca)
- And the types of HPV that cause genital warts are different to the ones that cause common warts. (theconversation.com)
- Some strains of HPV are sexually transmitted and can cause genital warts and cervical cancer, others cause warts on other parts of the body. (livescience.com)
Growths12
- Warts are non-cancerous viral growths usually occurring on the hands and feet but can also affect other locations, such as the genitals or face. (wikipedia.org)
- Warts are small, usually painless growths on the skin. (medlineplus.gov)
- Most often, warts are harmless growths that go away on their own within 2 years. (medlineplus.gov)
- Genital warts are usually diagnosed after the doctor examines genital growths. (medicinenet.com)
- After taking the medical history, including the patient's sexual history and examining the genital growths, the diagnosis of genital warts becomes almost certain. (medicinenet.com)
- Genital warts are skin growths in the groin, genital, or anal areas. (healthlinkbc.ca)
- Anal warts (also called condyloma acuminata) are small growths of skin that appear around the anus. (spirehealthcare.com)
- Warts are considered non-cancerous skin growths - different strains of the human papilloma virus (HPV) cause warts to form on different areas of the body. (drbenkim.com)
- Warts tend to be quite small growths and look and feel rough, often looking a bit like a more solid version of a blister. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- HPV viruses are roughly split into 'low risk' and 'high risk' subtypes, the low risk type being the ones responsible for warts and benign growths. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- However with this in mind, warts can affect both male and female genitals, and in the event of genital warts more careful treatment is needed, and so it is always safer to err on the side of caution and consult a doctor in the event of any wart like growths on your genitals. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- Do not use this medication on warts around the anus or on the mucous membranes (such as in the urethra, rectum, and vagina), inside your body, or on any other skin growths.Use this medication usually twice daily (once in the morning and once in the evening, every 12 hours), for 3 days in a row, followed by no treatment for the next 4 days. (medscape.com)
Liquid Nitrogen6
- Anal warts may also be treated in the physician's office by freezing the warts with liquid nitrogen. (fascrs.org)
- Around 1.5 million people are diagnosed for common warts, and one of the most common solutions involves using liquid nitrogen to "freeze" the wart, which can be painful and scary. (forbes.com)
- They will freeze the warts using liquid nitrogen. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- Doctors spray a short burst of liquid nitrogen onto the wart or apply it with a cotton-tipped applicator. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- The most effective way to remove the common wart is to freeze it off with liquid nitrogen, although that method is less successful in treating the ingrown warts on the soles of feet, according to a new study. (livescience.com)
- Warts may be treated with podophyllin, or may be frozen with liquid nitrogen. (targetwoman.com)
Causes genital warts3
- What Causes Genital Warts? (kidshealth.org)
- The HPV that causes genital warts usually spreads through vaginal, oral, or anal sex or close sexual contact with the genital area. (kidshealth.org)
- HPV also causes genital warts. (cdc.gov)
Genitals8
- Genital warts usually appear on the genitals, in the pubic area, and in the space between the thighs. (medlineplus.gov)
- DO NOT use over-the-counter wart medicines on your face or genitals. (medlineplus.gov)
- Genital warts are warts that are on or near the vagina or penis (the genitals). (kidshealth.org)
- In women, genital warts can grow on the vulva, the walls of the vagina, the area between the external genitals and the anus, the anal canal, and the cervix. (mayoclinic.org)
- Warts can pass from hand to hand, but they can't pass from hand to genitals. (theconversation.com)
- Treatment of warts in the genitals requires more care and caution. (targetwoman.com)
- Some types of HPV cause warts on your skin Other types of HPV cause warts on your genitals (genital warts) Some of the types of. (msdmanuals.com)
- Podofilox solution is used to treat warts on the outside of the genitals. (medscape.com)
Contagious7
- When Is Someone With Genital Warts No Longer Contagious? (kidshealth.org)
- But any type of wart can be contagious if touched. (healthline.com)
- Since many individuals may be unaware that they suffer from this condition, sexual abstinence, condom protection or limiting sexual contact to a single partner will reduce the contagious virus that causes warts. (fascrs.org)
- Warts are contagious: HPV can be transmitted by direct contact through minor injuries in the skin. (theconversation.com)
- Are the warts on old dogs contagious to other dogs also? (professorshouse.com)
- The fact is, however, that age warts - unlike true warts - are not contagious. (belladerma.de)
- Anogenital warts are contagious and spread particularly to sexual partners. (dermnetnz.org)
Treatments for warts3
- There are multiple treatments for warts, none of which are always effective. (childrens.com)
- But like other treatments for warts, it doesn't always work. (cigna.com)
- There are in fact so many different treatments for warts on the internet that finding some that really work for you is the challenge. (healthcentre.org.uk)
Flat warts5
- Verruca plana (flat warts) - HPV types 3, 10, and 28. (wikipedia.org)
- Flat warts are generally found on the face and forehead. (medlineplus.gov)
- The primary clinical manifestations of HPV infection include common warts, genital warts , flat warts, and deep palmoplantar warts (myrmecia). (medscape.com)
- Warts which appear on the face are flat warts. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- Retinoids or imiquimod: These may be used for flat warts. (singhealth.com.sg)
Salicylic6
- In one study (1) , subjects with warts on their hands and/or feet were randomly assigned to a hypnotic suggestion, topical salicylic acid, placebo, or no treatment control condition. (hypnosisdownloads.com)
- If the warts won't still budge they are further treated with strong salicylic acid, intralesional immune-therapy, bleomycin, or a pulsed dye laser. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- Some people may first wish to apply a 17% salicylic acid solution to increase the chance that the wart will come off. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Salicylic acid treatment cured 15 percent of the warts, and the wait-and-see approach cured 8 percent. (livescience.com)
- Warts can also be treated by applying salicylic acid. (targetwoman.com)
- During October 2005-December 2009, the patient received topical and ablative treatments for the warts (salicylic acid, podophyllotoxin, 5-fluoruracil cream, imiquimod 5% cream, cryosurgery, surgical curettage, electrocautery, and CO 2 laser therapy), but clinical improvement was not sustained. (cdc.gov)
Imiquimod1
- Topical agents that can be applied at home on small warts include Imiquimod or 5-fluorouracial (5-FU), although how well they work to eliminate anal warts completely is unknown. (fascrs.org)
Painful8
- Your provider can treat a wart if you do not like how it looks or if it is painful. (medlineplus.gov)
- Some people develop warts that are itchy and painful, burn , or bleed. (medicinenet.com)
- Common warts may be painful or bleed easily. (healthline.com)
- There are existing immunotherapies that can be injected with a needle to stimulate a person's immune system to fight off the wart, but they are painful and difficult to inject, explains Waldman. (forbes.com)
- The duo had discussed the issue of wart treatments being painful and "not kid friendly. (forbes.com)
- 58% of those using this ACV procedure for getting rid of warts found it was painful. (apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com)
- Hands and fingers are pretty common sites, but they can appear on the face and genital areas also Warts are often painful, unsightly and embarrassing. (targetwoman.com)
- the skin on top of the wart is usually rough and calloused so its not painful. (drbenkim.com)
Infection20
- Infection of a virus, such as HIV, can cause warts. (wikipedia.org)
- Warts are a common viral ( human papilloma virus ) infection of the skin. (childrens.com)
- That's because genital warts are only a symptom of HPV, which may become a chronic, lifelong infection for some. (healthline.com)
- HPV symptoms take a while to show, so warts may not appear until weeks or months after infection. (healthline.com)
- Of all warts, 30% will subside within the first four months of infection. (medicinenet.com)
- Every person who gets an HPV infection does not always get genital warts. (medicinenet.com)
- Once the doctor confirms that the patient has genital warts, all of the patient's sex partners should also be examined for the infection. (medicinenet.com)
- Genital warts are a common sexually transmitted infection. (mayoclinic.org)
- Your warts don't have to be visible for you to spread the infection to your sexual partner. (mayoclinic.org)
- After infection, there can be a latency of weeks to years, so warts can appear to come out of the blue. (theconversation.com)
- Warts develop as a result of a viral infection that the body takes several months or years to mount an immune response against. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Warts will usually appear three to six months after infection but they may appear months or even years later. (dermnetnz.org)
- Anogenital warts are usually a sexually transmitted infection (STI). (dermnetnz.org)
- HPV infection can be latent , not developing into visible warts. (dermnetnz.org)
- Patients who are immunocompromised due to drug-induced immunosuppression or HIV infection are at particular risk of acquiring HPV and developing anogenital warts. (dermnetnz.org)
- Visible anogenital warts and subclinical HPV infection nearly always arise from direct skin to skin contact. (dermnetnz.org)
- Transmission is more likely from visible warts than from subclinical or latent HPV infection. (dermnetnz.org)
- Warts are actually caused by an infection by type of organism called a virus. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- You can in fact transfer an HPV infection (warts) from one part of your body to the other by way of, for example, rubbing the infected site with a towel and then using that same surface on another part of your body. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- Although most infections cause no symptoms and are self-limited, persistent HPV infection can cause cervical cancer in women as well as other anogenital cancers, oropharyngeal cancer, and genital warts in men and women. (cdc.gov)
Vagina3
- A tube-like instrument called a colposcope is inserted into the vagina to visualize warts inside the vagina and cervix. (medicinenet.com)
- In women, genital warts can also grow inside the vagina. (mayoclinic.org)
- You can get a wart by touching another person's wart, including by having sex with someone who has a wart on the penis, vagina, or rectum. (msdmanuals.com)
Anogenital warts12
- Anogenital warts are also called condyloma acuminatum, genital warts, and venereal warts. (dermnetnz.org)
- Who gets anogenital warts? (dermnetnz.org)
- As anogenital warts are usually sexually acquired, they are most commonly observed in young adults between the ages of 15 and 30 years. (dermnetnz.org)
- However, anogenital warts are rare in people who have been vaccinated against the benign HPV types in childhood before beginning sexual activity. (dermnetnz.org)
- Anogenital warts have been reported in a number of studies to be more common in males than females. (dermnetnz.org)
- Anogenital warts can also affect infants and young children. (dermnetnz.org)
- What are the clinical features of anogenital warts? (dermnetnz.org)
- What are the complications of anogenital warts? (dermnetnz.org)
- Anogenital warts can enlarge and multiply during pregnancy which may then interfere with vaginal delivery. (dermnetnz.org)
- Anogenital warts can impact psychosexual functioning and quality of life. (dermnetnz.org)
- Anogenital warts are usually diagnosed clinically. (dermnetnz.org)
- Studies are conflicting as to the applicability of HPV-DNA to differentiate the sexual transmission and not sexual anogenital warts. (bvsalud.org)
Duct tape22
- Besides other common wart treatments, the most well-known home remedy is duct tape. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- After the sixth day, the duct tape should be removed and the wart should be soaked in water and a pumice stone or emery board should be used to scrap the top skin of the wart. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- After this, the duct tape should be reapplied again within twenty four hours and the same procedure should be repeated until the whole wart disappears. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- Started covering the warts in duct tape every night, and then just kept them duct taped all the time. (apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com)
- Duct tape wart removal: Does it work, and how do I do it? (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Using duct tape to remove a wart is a home remedy that some people believe can work. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Duct tape wart removal may help people get rid of warts more quickly, but this method requires frequent and repeated applications of duct tape, which can be difficult to keep up. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- In this article, we explain how to perform duct tape wart removal. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Proponents of using duct tape for wart removal think that it may work for several reasons. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- By "suffocating" the wart, the duct tape makes it more likely that the skin cells will die. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- The process of applying and removing the duct tape may also remove additional skin cells, which can make the wart less bulky and noticeable. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- However, there is a lack of recent research into using duct tape as a wart removal treatment, and earlier studies have produced mixed results. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- However, a 2007 study into using adhesive pads to treat warts found that adding duct tape to a breathable fabric called moleskin made no difference to its effectiveness. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- After 2 months, warts had resolved in 21% of the participants who used the duct tape and in 22% of those who used only the pad. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- The authors of a 2014 meta-analysis concluded that the current evidence suggests that duct tape is no better than placebo for wart removal. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Cut a small piece of duct tape that is large enough to cover the wart and stay on the affected area. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Apply the duct tape to the wart. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Reapply the duct tape to the wart for another week. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Duct tape is also widely used in the removal of warts. (targetwoman.com)
- Warts can be covered with duct tape for up to a week. (targetwoman.com)
- Turns out covering your wart with sticky tape normally termed as "duct "tape" will help scalpe away the infested areas. (dane101.com)
- Place a strip of duct tape over your wart for one week.Replace it every few days and remove the built-up dead skin with pumice stone before next application. (dane101.com)
Anus4
- A tube-like camera called an anoscope may be inserted into the anus to visualize warts beyond the visible skin. (medicinenet.com)
- Anal warts (also called 'condyloma acuminata') are a condition that affects the area around and inside the anus. (fascrs.org)
- If warts are very small and are located only on the skin around the anus, they may be treated with a topical medication in the office and sometimes at home. (fascrs.org)
- Removal of warts in the anus, caused by human papilloma virus (HPV). (spirehealthcare.com)
Cover the wart3
- Cover the wart with a bandage. (medlineplus.gov)
- It is important to only cover the wart surface, since contact of the plaster to normal skin may result in pain. (childrens.com)
- You can cut and trim the garlic to cover the wart, but be sure that the portion of garlic that will remain in contact with the wart is a little larger than the wart itself to ensure contact if the garlic shifts. (drbenkim.com)
Direct contact with the wart2
- Warts spread by direct contact with the wart or any material which the infected person has used like a used towel which has been contaminated. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- Start by thoroughly washing your hands with soap and water, and if you have any breaks in your skin, be sure to bandage them up to avoid direct contact with the wart. (drbenkim.com)
Periungual3
- Periungual wart, a cauliflower-like cluster of warts that occurs around the nails. (wikipedia.org)
- Subungual and periungual warts appear under and around the fingernails or toenails. (medlineplus.gov)
- Growth of periungual or subungual warts may result in permanent nail dystrophy. (medscape.com)
Symptoms of Genital Warts1
- What Are the Signs & Symptoms of Genital Warts? (kidshealth.org)
Benign tumors3
- Warts, in the real sense are benign tumors which develop when keratinocytes, a kind of skin cell, is infected by the wart virus. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- Warts are painless benign tumors and as such are most often ignored once your veterinarian makes a diagnosis. (professorshouse.com)
- Warts are benign tumors that appear as small, circumscribed tumors of the outer layer of the skin. (targetwoman.com)
Rate of genital warts1
- Since the HPV immunisation started in Australian, there has been a big drop in the rate of genital warts. (theconversation.com)
Virus that causes warts1
- Genital Warts HPV is a virus that causes warts. (msdmanuals.com)
Painless3
- Most of the time, genital warts are painless. (kidshealth.org)
- Common warts appear on fingers and hands and usually are painless. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- If you want to remove age warts in Berlin, you should pay attention to a painless and efficient method. (belladerma.de)
External genital warts1
- Podofilox is a plant-based cream used to treat external genital warts and stop wart cells from growing. (healthline.com)
Papilloma8
- Warts are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). (wikipedia.org)
- Many HPV types can produce a benign growth, often called a "wart" or "papilloma", in the area they infect. (wikipedia.org)
- Warts are caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV), which is transmitted from person to person by direct contact. (fascrs.org)
- We now know that warts are due to infections from a specific group of viruses - human papilloma viruses (HPV), of which there are over a hundred known subtypes . (theconversation.com)
- There are two types of warts that occur in dogs caused by the papilloma virus. (professorshouse.com)
- Anal warts ( genital warts ) are caused by a virus called human papilloma virus (HPV), which infects the top layers of your skin. (spirehealthcare.com)
- A wart is a skin tumor caused by caused by the human papilloma wart virus (HPV virus). (targetwoman.com)
- These topical creams contain certain chemicals and acids which attack the human papilloma virus, the cause of warts. (targetwoman.com)
Common31
- Warts are very common, with most people being infected at some point in their lives. (wikipedia.org)
- These include: Common wart (verruca vulgaris), a raised wart with roughened surface, most common on hands, but can grow anywhere on the body. (wikipedia.org)
- Filiform or digitate wart, a thread- or finger-like wart, most common on the face, especially near the eyelids and lips. (wikipedia.org)
- Many of the more common HPV and wart types are listed below. (wikipedia.org)
- Common warts have a characteristic appearance under the microscope. (wikipedia.org)
- Common warts often appear on the hands, but they can grow anywhere. (medlineplus.gov)
- This is most common with genital warts. (medlineplus.gov)
- Although warts may affect any race, common warts appear approximately twice as frequently in whites as in blacks or Asians. (medscape.com)
- Treatment failures and wart recurrences are common, more so among immunocompromised patients. (medscape.com)
- Common warts are usually asymptomatic, but they may cause cosmetic disfigurement or tenderness. (medscape.com)
- Warts are a common symptom and don't have to appear right after contracting HPV. (healthline.com)
- Genital warts are one of the most common types of sexually transmitted infections. (mayoclinic.org)
- HPV infections are common, and the prevalence of cutaneous viral warts is 3%-5% in children ( 2 ). (cdc.gov)
- Common topical medications applied directly to the warts are podophyllin, trichloroacetic acid and bichloroacetic acid. (fascrs.org)
- Common warts are small dome-shaped lumps on the surface of the skin, typically on the back of fingers, hands, toes, and the front of the knee. (theconversation.com)
- About a third of common warts will disappear in three months, and most in two years. (theconversation.com)
- So how do you treat common warts? (theconversation.com)
- VeraDermics announced Wednesday it has raised a $20.7 million Series A funding round to move from a pre-clinical product to a randomized controlled trial to evaluate its safety and efficacy in treating common warts. (forbes.com)
- There are many types of warts, the most common being rough bumps which appear on fingers and hands. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- The symptoms of the common warts are that the skin develops an irregular surface and becomes rough. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- One of the more common types of lumps are dog warts. (professorshouse.com)
- In the case of an old dog getting warts, the lumps can develop anywhere on the body although around the toes and footpads and abdomen are the most common areas. (professorshouse.com)
- Common warts can appear on any part of the body but typically occur on the hands. (livescience.com)
- One of the common methods of treating warts is to apply topical ointment/creams and sprays which are easily available. (targetwoman.com)
- Another common method for removal of warts is to apply the chemical cantharidin on the affected area. (targetwoman.com)
- Here you will find medical specialists in the field Common warts. (leading-medicine-guide.com)
- Of these warts are fairly common place, and while unpleasant, are fortunately rarely a serious issue. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- While they tend to look the same, there are in fact 10 different kinds of wart, and again it is important to note that the most common form of the affliction tends to be harmless, and at worst, an embarrassing nuisance. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- The high risk types are responsible for cancers, but again these are much, much less common and shouldn't be a concern if you are looking at your standard wart. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- Annual incidence is 1%, and genital warts are considered the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD). (medscape.com)
- Many warts disappear without treatment in a year or two, especially common warts. (msdmanuals.com)
Spread through sex2
- Some types of warts are spread through sex. (medlineplus.gov)
- HPV and genital warts can be spread through sex or skin-to-skin genital contact with someone who has the virus. (healthlinkbc.ca)
Various types of warts1
- The pamphlet discusses various types of warts, transmission, symptoms, medical treatment, and the relationship of warts to cancer. (cdc.gov)
Recurrent respiratory pa2
- Low-risk types (e.g., types 6 and 11) can cause benign or low-grade cervical cell changes, genital warts, and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis ( 4 ). (cdc.gov)
- The low-risk strains are responsible for genital warts and recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP), as well as low-grade cervical lesions. (medscape.com)
Discomfort3
- Over-the-counter wart removers won't work on genital warts and may cause more discomfort. (healthline.com)
- Usually, they do not cause pain or discomfort and patients may be unaware that the warts are present. (fascrs.org)
- Is the wart causing your dog some discomfort? (professorshouse.com)
Genital area4
- Even if there are no warts, HPV might still be active in the genital area and can spread to others. (kidshealth.org)
- If you've noticed soft pink or flesh-colored bumps around your genital area, you may be going through a genital warts outbreak . (healthline.com)
- Genital warts affect the moist tissues of the genital area. (mayoclinic.org)
- See a health care professional if you or your partner develops bumps or warts in the genital area. (mayoclinic.org)
Skin29
- The spot where the wart is may be lighter or darker than your skin. (medlineplus.gov)
- Your health care provider will look at your skin to diagnose warts. (medlineplus.gov)
- You may have a skin biopsy to confirm the wart is not another type of growth, such as skin cancer. (medlineplus.gov)
- File the wart with a nail file or emery board when your skin is damp (for example, after a shower or bath). (medlineplus.gov)
- Your provider may need to trim away thick skin or calluses that form over warts on your foot or around nails. (medlineplus.gov)
- Avoid direct contact with a wart on another person's skin. (medlineplus.gov)
- Warts can affect any area on the skin and mucous membranes. (medscape.com)
- These warts appear as darkened areas of the skin with slightly raised, flat tops. (healthline.com)
- I took Boiron thuja 30C and a 15x thuja combo tincture from Newton Homeo called: 'Warts - moles - skin tags' with water and they went away. (abchomeopathy.com)
- There are many folk remedies for warts that range from the magical (blacksmith's water - the water that hot iron has been plunged), to the bizarre (taking a dead cat to a graveyard at midnight), and the gruesome (dripping the blood from the head of a decapitated eel onto the skin). (theconversation.com)
- Wart," on the other hand, has meant "a small excrescence on the skin" since it appeared in Old English from a Germanic root. (word-detective.com)
- if they cut out the wart I would surely need a skin graft. (apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com)
- Wash the wart and gently use an emery board, pumice stone, or piece of sandpaper to remove the dead skin cells. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Skin warts are not medically harmful, but some people may find them unsightly. (medicalnewstoday.com)
- Other types cause warts on other areas of skin. (dermnetnz.org)
- Skin biopsy is sometimes necessary to confirm the diagnosis of viral wart, particularly if there is concern of anogenital cancer. (dermnetnz.org)
- One major point to be remembered is that treatment of warts on normal skin areas like hands and feet are entirely different from treatment of warts in the genital areas. (targetwoman.com)
- This produces irritation to the wart and the skin around it causing the body to attack it. (targetwoman.com)
- A method called Loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP) wherein a sharp instrument shaped like a loop is passed under the wart, cutting it out of the skin. (targetwoman.com)
- Warts can spread by direct contact with scratches or cuts in the skin. (drbenkim.com)
- I took a needle and lanced through the wart sideways and break open the skin. (drbenkim.com)
- Warts are a skin condition that can pop up on virtually any part of the body, and while they can be uncomfortable and unpleasant, are not generally something to worry about. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- If you suffer from a wart or warts, you are undoubtedly interested in whether or not you can get rid of the irksome skin affliction. (healthcentre.org.uk)
- A wart is an unpleasant pus filled irritation on the skin. (minecraftforum.net)
- HPVXS2 was also found in warts and normal skin of HIV-positive patients and rarely in HIV-negative controls. (cdc.gov)
- Warts can grow on any part of your skin, and they may also spread to other people. (msdmanuals.com)
- It may help to use a hand mirror.For warts within skin folds, pull the skin fold open and apply the medication. (medscape.com)
- Warts on sun-exposed areas of the skin, with progression to cancer. (cdc.gov)
- 67 percent reported warts and 33 percent reported skin rashes. (cdc.gov)
Anal warts1
- However, the vaccine's role to prevent anal warts and anal cancer is unknown. (fascrs.org)
GETTING WARTS2
- Many owners complain to their vets that their old dog is getting warts and is there anything they can do to both stop the warts from developing and get rid of the ones already present. (professorshouse.com)
- Is there any way I can Prevent my Dog getting Warts? (professorshouse.com)
Cutaneous warts4
- In February 2010, induced Warts after a 12-year history of slowly progressing cutaneous warts, the patient sought medical care for numerous, after HPV flat, erythematous warts that were coalescing into large plaques on her forearms, backs of hands, and fingers (on- Vaccination line Technical Appendix Figure, panel A, wwwnc.cdc. (cdc.gov)
- Complete regression of cutaneous warts has been re- TAAACTTACC-3. (cdc.gov)
- Histopathologic analysis revealed features typical of benign cutaneous warts, including acanthosis, parakeratosis, and numerous koilocytes ( Figure 1 ), similar to warts caused by HPV-3 ( 8 ). (cdc.gov)
- different forms of non-sexual transmission of HPV in children are documented, including the vertical transmission, self and hetero inoculation of cutaneous warts, and acquisition by instruments. (bvsalud.org)
Verruca vulgaris1
- How is Verruca Vulgaris (Warts) treated? (childrens.com)
Remove a wart1
- DO NOT attempt to remove a wart yourself by burning, cutting, tearing, picking, or by any other method. (medlineplus.gov)
Treatment for warts3
- There are several methods of treatment for warts. (childrens.com)
- A study in the International Journal of Dermatology (2005;44:612-5) confirms that garlic is a useful treatment for warts and corns. (drbenkim.com)
- If you give this remedy a try or know of another reliable natural treatment for warts and corns, please consider sharing via the comments section below. (drbenkim.com)
Condyloma acuminatum1
- Genital wart (venereal wart, condyloma acuminatum, verruca acuminata), a wart that occurs on the genitalia. (wikipedia.org)
Viral warts1
- Viral Warts - How to prevent? (singhealth.com.sg)
Spontaneously5
- Many warts, however, resolve spontaneously within a few years even without treatment. (medscape.com)
- Approximately 65% of warts disappear spontaneously within 2 years. (medscape.com)
- Warts will often go away spontaneously, although, they may last for several years. (childrens.com)
- Warts, benign HPV-induced lesions, usually regress spontaneously within several months. (cdc.gov)
- Watchful waiting: In children, warts may resolve spontaneously. (singhealth.com.sg)
Cervical cancer1
- Types 6 and 11 cause about 90% of genital warts, and types 16 and 18 cause about 70% of cervical cancer. (theconversation.com)
Sexually4
- Genital warts are often sexually transmitted. (wikipedia.org)
- Viruses that are not sexually transmitted, or are not transmitted in the case of a wart, can be prevented through a number of behaviors, such as wearing shoes outdoors and avoiding unsanitized areas without proper shoes or clothing, such as public restrooms or locker rooms. (wikipedia.org)
- Genital warts are usually a sexually transmitted disease (STD). (kidshealth.org)
- A genital wart is a type of sexually transmitted disease appearing in various sizes and shapes. (medicinenet.com)
Cancers3
- Gardasil 6 is an HPV vaccine aimed at preventing cervical cancers and genital warts. (wikipedia.org)
- Other types, such as HPV-16 and HPV-18, don't cause warts but can lead to certain cancers. (healthline.com)
- Although some types of HPV can cause cancers (genital, oral, throat), the types of HPV that commonly cause warts on the face, hands and feet do not. (theconversation.com)
Rough2
- Most warts are raised and have a rough surface. (medlineplus.gov)
- Thus, an age wart can have both a smooth and a rough structure and in the form of a sphere or more like a surface. (belladerma.de)
Types12
- Without treatment, most types of warts resolve in months to years. (wikipedia.org)
- Treatment of genital warts differs from that of other types. (wikipedia.org)
- Low-risk" types are associated with warts or other conditions. (wikipedia.org)
- There are over 70 types of wart viruses. (childrens.com)
- Genital warts and other types of HPV can be prevented by a vaccine. (kidshealth.org)
- Certain types of HPV can cause warts. (healthline.com)
- Most HPVs belong to genera alpha (e.g., genital and wart-associated types), beta, or gamma (cutaneous types) ( 1 ). (cdc.gov)
- Different types of warts are typically caused by different types of HPV, so you could potentially infect the other hand. (theconversation.com)
- The difference is based on the types, location, and painfulness of the wart. (childdevelopmentinfo.com)
- Studies are currently being done to determine how warts caused by different types of the virus react to therapies, Bruggink said. (livescience.com)
- Two types, 6 and 11, account for more than 90% of genital warts and most cases of RRP. (medscape.com)
- What are the specific types of warts? (msdmanuals.com)
Bumps1
- These warts resemble irritated, cauliflower-like clusters, tiny raised bumps, or flat bruise-like lesions. (healthline.com)
Small wart2
- I discovered a small wart on the knuckle of my ring finger on the left hand recently. (apple-cider-vinegar-benefits.com)
- For a small wart or corn, this garlic treatment will often lead to a complete cure within a week. (drbenkim.com)
Develop warts1
- Bichon Frise, Cocker Spaniels, Poodles and some terriers seem to be more prone to developing warts then other breeds but all breeds can develop warts as they age. (professorshouse.com)
Flesh-coloured1
- An anogenital wart is a flesh coloured papule with a folded irregular surface a few millimetres in diameter. (dermnetnz.org)
Occur6
- however, warts of any HPV type may occur at any site. (medscape.com)
- Warts can occur at any age. (medscape.com)
- Warts most often occur in immunocompromised dogs from the chronic use of glucocorticoids but may be present in any dog. (professorshouse.com)
- If this continues to occur, the wart should be removed. (professorshouse.com)
- This means you may still be infectious after this operation and warts may re-occur, needing further treatment. (spirehealthcare.com)
- It is important to note that while most warts occur on hands or feet, they can affect other parts of your anatomy. (healthcentre.org.uk)
Tissue3
- You should apply podofilox to the wart tissue at least twice daily for three days, then let the area rest for the remainder of the week. (healthline.com)
- Sometimes the doctor takes a sample of tissue from the wart for testing. (healthlinkbc.ca)
- Laser surgery uses an intense beam of light, or laser, to burn and destroy the wart tissue. (cigna.com)