Benign neoplasms can occur on any part of the skin and mucous membranes, including - and in the oral cavity. Papilloma in the tongue refers to non-dangerous build-ups, arising from infection with the corresponding virus. It is quite easy to eliminate, but subsequent therapy involves the constant prevention of recurrence and the emergence of new formations.
Causes of papilloma in the tongue
The proliferation of epithelial tissue provokes the human papillomavirus (HPV). For the most part, it is transmitted through unprotected sex, less often - household. Especially, there is a high probability of getting infected in such cases if there are small open wounds or abrasions on the skin.
Also, the virus can be congenital, transmitted vertically (from a sick mother to a fetus).
It is worth noting that the papilloma does not always grow, even if there is HPV in the blood. Their appearance provokes:
- smoking;
- weakened immunity;
- alcohol abuse;
- uncontrolled intake of medicines;
- infectious diseases;
- use of oral contraception.
How to treat papillomas in the tongue?
Complex therapy of neoplasm involves 2 stages:
- conservative treatment of papilloma in the tongue;
- removal of build-up.
The first stage is to fight the cause of the pathology - the virus. For this purpose, the administration of antiviral drugs, as well as immunomodulators and stimulants, and sometimes vitamin complexes, is prescribed. Drug therapy excludes neoplasm proliferation, increase in the number of papillomas.
Sometimes, as a result of conservative treatment, the build-up shrinks and is rejected by the body without the need for removal. But in most cases, after taking medications, surgery is required.
How to remove a papilloma in the tongue?
If conservative medical methods did not lead to the elimination of benign neoplasm, removal of papilloma in the tongue is recommended. To date, such procedural techniques are practiced:
- Cryodestruction. In view of the painful manipulation due to the use of liquid nitrogen and the freezing of the papilloma, it is used infrequently.
- Electrocoagulation. It is a cauterization of the build-up in the base with the help of forceps, the ends of which are impulse current.
- Laser removal. The operation allows you to instantly dry the cells of the tumor, after which it is rejected.
- Radio wave therapy. The procedure is similar to electrocoagulation, but the effect is carried out by electromagnetic radiation.