Treatment of atheromas and lipomas on the genital organs in women

The nature of formations on the genital organs of women is, in many cases, infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), but there are also neoplasms, the nature of which has not been fully studied by medicine. There are such types of formations on the external genitalia as papilloma, lipoma, bartholinitis, atheroma, each of which affects specific tissues.

As a result of HPV infection, condylomas, papillomas, and warts grow on the external genitalia (lips). Most often, a woman cannot independently determine their presence, but at the appointment, the doctor must identify and recommend a solution to the patient.

It is impossible to leave the formation on the labia, although in many cases the causative agent is a non-oncogenic type of HPV, nevertheless, degeneration into a malignant tumor is possible, so it is necessary to take measures.

Condylomas located inside the labia are most often caused by one of the types of HPV with high oncogenic activity. If detected on the external genitalia, it is highly likely that they are present on the cervix.

Reasons for the appearance of wen on the labia

Neoplasms on the external genital organs are divided into 2 types - lipomas, which form under the skin in fatty tissue, and atheromas, which are cysts of the sebaceous gland. Wen are observed as concomitant signs of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, kidneys, liver, and diabetes. Often formations accompany people with high blood cholesterol.

Wen are observed as concomitant signs of gastrointestinal diseases

Main causes:

• hormonal imbalance;
• accumulation of toxins, waste due to poor nutrition, slow metabolism;
• overweight, oily skin;
• failure to comply with personal hygiene rules;
• alcohol abuse, smoking;
• increased sweating of the delicate area;
• microtrauma of the sebaceous glands of the genitals (depilation, piercing, tight underwear, sexual intercourse);
• genetic predisposition;
• unsuitable hygiene products;
• inadequate night's rest.

When the outlet or duct of the sebaceous gland is blocked, its secretion ceases to be excreted, accumulates and forms a mobile unit. The metabolic processes of the dermis are affected by hormones and excess nutrition with the consumption of unnatural foods, fried fatty and spicy foods. Metabolic processes are slowed down by a sedentary lifestyle, lack of daily exercise, fitness, and walks.

Hot climates and work in hazardous industries increase the risk of fatty deposits.

What to do if a neoplasm occurs

The vaginal mass may become inflamed or rupture. The substances contained inside the wen are a good environment for the development of pathogenic flora. Infection can penetrate inside the wen, even in the absence of visible damage.

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If the secretion breaks under the skin, it will begin to spread, causing inflammation of the soft tissues. Treatment in the early stages is faster and causes less harm. Self-medication is highly discouraged; it can worsen the situation and complicate the disease.

Symptoms and signs of wen on the labia

Neoplasms can appear on the labia minora, labia majora, and pubis. A lipoma looks like a lump that rises above the skin and is not connected to it. The growth of fatty tissue never becomes inflamed, does not hurt and reaches large sizes - up to 15 cm.

Atheroma is part of the dermis, mobile, painless, symmetrical in shape, always contains a capsule, the size reaches 3 cm. It feels like a pea, the color is white or yellowish.

Since the formation is associated with the ducts of the sebaceous glands, there is a risk of their damage, accompanied by the following symptoms:

• increase in volume, itching;
• pain when pressed;
• hyperemia, swelling;
• increased body temperature, headache;

When opened independently, a fistula is formed, from which the contents of the capsule emerge.

How to treat?

There is a huge amount of advice on the Internet on how to treat this disease on your own. However, more often than not, these tips are at least untenable, and at most they can cause enormous harm to a person and his reproductive system.

Folk remedies and fashionable pills will not be able to melt the accumulated fat mass, so the wen must be removed. An attempt to remove it yourself is fraught with serious consequences, since the skin on the penis is very sensitive and thin.

Our clinic’s specialists recommend that if such a disease is detected, you should put aside your embarrassment and visit a surgeon. The surgeon will be able to rule out other diseases, as well as whether there is a real need to remove the lipoma.

The most common methods used to treat lipoma are:

• A classic surgical intervention, which consists of making an incision over the lipoma, after which the tumor is removed along with its capsule.
• Laser removal is approximately the same as in the classic version, but less painful, with a reduced risk of postoperative complications;
• Introduction of special drugs - drugs that break down fat are injected into the cavity of the wen using special instruments.

If you find a wen on your penis, you should not delay going to the doctor, since this will only lead to an increase in both the tumor and the consequences of its growth, too. Specialists are always ready to help with such a delicate problem, and remind you that timely consultation with a doctor will help you avoid many unpleasant situations, such as pain and inflammation.

What symptoms do you see a surgeon for:

• Presence of hernial protrusion
• Daggering pains in the abdomen
• Bloating
• Pain in the right hypochondrium
• Bitterness in the mouth
• Nausea
• Presence of neoplasms on the skin
• Swelling and redness of the skin
• Bone fractures and bruises
• Wounds of any location
• Vomit
• Enlarged and painful lymph nodes

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Differential diagnosis

Women discover wen on the genitals during hygiene procedures. To be sure of health safety, contact a gynecologist.

Upon visual examination, the doctor will determine the type of fatty formation based on size, appearance, depth, and other distinctive features.

Appearance of the wen

Since the most effective way to get rid of it is radical measures, you need to visit a surgeon. He will advise on a specific case, rule out or confirm the need for surgical removal of the wen. If surgical intervention is required, the doctor sends the patient for x-rays, ultrasound, and computed tomography. These methods reveal the boundaries of the lipoma, its structure and location.

For small atheromas, when their signs are not so clearly expressed, contact a dermatologist to exclude other skin diseases

Histological analysis is carried out after surgery. With its help, cells of biological material are examined for oncogenicity, which will determine the need for further treatment.

Which doctor should I contact?

If lumps appear in the vagina, you should make an appointment with a gynecologist, who will determine the type of tumor and prescribe the necessary tests. The comprehensive diagnosis of benign formations of the genital organs includes:

• General vaginal examination - by palpation, the specialist examines the condition of the vagina, the cervix and body of the uterus, appendages and peri-uterine tissue.
• Vulvoscopy - vulvar tissue is examined through an optical colposcope, which allows magnification up to 40 times.
• Transvaginal ultrasound examination - a sensor is inserted into the vagina, which allows you to study the condition of the organs in detail.
• Bacteriological examination of a smear to exclude sexually transmitted infections. If necessary, PCR diagnostics of infections is prescribed.
• Histological examination of the biopsy specimen.

Pharmacy remedies for wen on the labia

To remove atheromas at the initial stage of formation, doctors prescribe medications that are purchased in pharmacies. These include ointments, creams, balms.

1. Ichthyol ointment. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, relieving pain, itching, keratinization of the dermis. When using, it is recommended to dilute with glycerin for a gentle effect on the mucous membrane. The product has a resolving effect when tampons or cotton pads with ichthyol are applied for 1–2 weeks. The ointment is contraindicated if you are allergic to its components.
2. Balsamic liniment (according to Vishnevsky). An economical, effective product that penetrates into the deep layers of the dermis and improves blood circulation. Xeroform, which is part of the drug, draws out the contents of the atheroma capsule through the ducts of the sebaceous glands. 4 applications left overnight are enough for a formation up to 1 cm in size to disappear.
3. Videstim ointment. The main active component of the low-allergenic drug is retinol, which normalizes the functioning of the sebaceous glands and breaks down adipose tissue. The product is applied twice a day. Contraindications include acute inflammatory processes and pregnancy.

4. Balm Karavaev. Consists of a collection of 12 medicinal herbs, camphor and essential oils. Regulates metabolic processes, improves blood circulation, restores the water balance of the epidermis. Nourishes and vitaminizes the skin. It is recommended to use for inflamed wen, as it has a powerful anti-inflammatory, regenerating effect. To obtain the effect, apply balm to the new growth in the morning and evening.

What are the treatment methods?

Treatment of lipoma in the vaginal area involves the use of surgery. Eliminating the growth in any other way is very problematic. Some specialists use other treatment methods.

For example, in some cases, special drugs are used that are injected subcutaneously into the body of the formation. These medications provoke the resorption of the growth. But the use of drugs is possible only for small tumors. If its size is large, the course of treatment will last several months. And importantly, there is a possibility that the lipoma will not completely resolve and a relapse will occur.

Also, some specialists practice opening the tumor body to further squeeze out its contents. The procedure is not justified, since the remainder of even a small amount of liquid will lead to re-growth of the wen.

The most effective methods for eliminating benign formations on the vaginal mucosa are: traditional surgery, laser excision, radio wave surgery. The first method is used only in cases where the wen is quite large or there is a risk of oncological degeneration. Removing growths with laser and radio waves are more gentle methods. They allow you to quickly and almost painlessly get rid of tumors at the entrance to the vagina.

The method of excision depends on the choice of the attending physician, which is based on the degree of growth of the disease, as well as the individual characteristics of the patient.

Indications for surgical treatment

The most effective way to get rid of lipomas and atheromas is surgical removal. There are several ways to radically influence unwanted fatty tumors.

1. Classic surgical method. Used for large lesions. Local anesthesia is performed using an anesthetic injection. After the onset of its action, the wen is excised. After its removal, stitches are applied. The doctor prescribes a course of antibacterial drugs. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis. Healing of a postoperative wound takes from three to ten days. Rehabilitation after a lipoma takes more time, since it lies deeper.
2. Radio wave removal. It occurs using a radio scalpel in a non-contact manner. High-frequency radio waves burn out the tumor in a targeted manner. An anesthetic injection is required. The operation takes place in a doctor's office and takes 20–40 minutes. It is recommended to treat the wound with an antiseptic for a week.
3. Endoscopy. A small incision (0.5 cm) is made and a tube is inserted into it. Through it, the contents of the lipoma are sucked out with a vacuum, which can be easily separated. The method differs from the classical method in that it is less traumatic, has a shorter rehabilitation period, and lacks scars.
4. Laser coagulation. Small wen is removed in 20 minutes. The procedure is painless and bloodless, leaving no scars. For tumors larger than 2 cm, an incision is made with a scalpel, and then laser coagulation of the wen itself. In this case, local anesthesia and postoperative sutures are used.

Drug treatment of white spots on the genitals

1. If there are rashes on the genitals, medications are used to help normalize the vaginal microflora. For this purpose, solutions, vaginal suppositories and vaginal tablets are used to help get rid of pathogenic microorganisms.
2. In case of viral infection of the intimate area, tablets or injections are prescribed. The duration of drug treatment is determined by the doctor. On average it ranges from 10 days to two weeks. If herpetic rashes appear on the genitals, then ointments containing an antiviral active ingredient are used. If papillomas are present, they can be treated with keratolytics.
3. For furunculosis, ointments with an osmotic effect are used, which accelerate the process of maturation and opening of the abscess.
4. If an allergic rash occurs, you will need to identify the allergen that triggered its appearance and prevent skin contact with it. To relieve itching, your doctor may recommend taking an antihistamine.

Traditional medicine recipes

Many women prefer home treatment to surgical removal. You should not expect the complete disappearance of wen in an intimate place using folk remedies. They will help only at the initial stage of the formation of lipomas and atheromas. The most popular recipes are those using homemade potions from medicinal herbs and food products.

1. Ivy tincture. Plant raw materials (100 g) are poured into a glass of vodka. The container is placed in a dark place for 3 days. A compress is made from a cotton swab dipped in the tincture. The duration of the procedure is 2–3 hours.
2. Chamomile decoction. Pour 200 g of dried flowers into a liter of boiling water and leave for 30 minutes. The resulting product is used as a lotion or taken in a bath with it every other day for a week. The duration of exposure to the decoction in both cases is 20 minutes.
3. Aloe, Kalanchoe. The healing leaves of the plants, having previously been washed and cut, are applied to the wen at the cut site for 10–15 minutes or simply wiped over the defective area.

Aloe

The effect of lipoma on a man's health

At the initial stage of development, when the lipoma is very small and does not cause any discomfort, it usually does not affect the male reproductive system in any negative way. However, a lipoma can grow, and as it increases in size, it will begin to cause significant difficulties. First of all, the presence of a wen can affect a man’s sexual desire - this is, of course, more of a psychological factor, but it can undermine his overall health.

In addition, lipomas can cause tissue compression and displacement, which can ultimately lead to some pain. Lipomas on the penis can become inflamed, and this will lead to more serious consequences and difficult treatment.

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Complications of wen on the labia

If the tumor does not change in size and does not impair the quality of life, then you should simply monitor it. But since atheromas are located in the epidermis layer, they are exposed to the mechanical effects of underwear and feminine hygiene products.

When the atheroma is damaged, a bacterial infection occurs, which causes inflammation and suppuration. If surgical intervention is not taken in time, phlegmon will form. The formation must be drained or removed, since when the capsule ruptures, its contents enter neighboring tissues and an abscess is formed.

In cases of attempts to squeeze out or puncture the wen, the atheroma may degenerate into a malignant tumor. If there is an increase in size or inflammation, it is recommended to consult a doctor; under no circumstances try to use radical methods to remove the formations on your own, since the consequences of such actions are difficult to predict.

Types of lipomas

Medicine considers wen according to their classification. According to their composition and method of formation, the following lipomas are distinguished:

• Diffuse (differed by the absence of a membrane and the state of the connective tissue);
• Petrified (formed as a result of salt deposition);
• Ossified (begin their formation due to the proliferation of bone tissue);
• Fibrous (have a dense connective tissue structure);
• Capsulated (formed on the upper layer of internal organs);
• Tree-like (their localization enters the joints).

It is not recommended to leave lumps without treatment, as they tend to grow and harden and can reach more than twice their size. The increase in wen is provoked by subcutaneous fatty tissue; the finally formed lipoma is immersed in the capsule, its shell prevents the independent discharge of sebaceous secretions and thus intensifies the disease.

To get rid of the constant discomfort and unpleasant appearance of the labia, women try to eradicate this problem by squeezing or cutting. Doing this is strictly prohibited, as there is a high risk of infection, which can subsequently lead to inflammation or suppuration of the affected area.

Prevention methods

To prevent the appearance of primary wen and their recurrence, it is recommended to adhere to the following rules:

• monitor hormonal levels by periodically visiting an endocrinologist;
• lead an active lifestyle, play sports, do gymnastics in the morning;
• control weight;
• maintain personal hygiene, overweight women take a shower at least once a day, and in the summer in the morning and evening every day;
• wear cotton underwear, which should be changed every day;
• do not smoke, do not abuse alcohol;
• have a regular sexual partner, practice protected sex;
• protect the skin with special clothing in hazardous industries;
• avoid rubbing the labia, excessive sweating in the perineum;
• When washing, use gels for intimate hygiene.

A healthy, balanced diet plays an important role in preventing the appearance of atheromas and lipomas. The rules are simple - eat more vegetables, fruits, seafood and white meat. Limit fried, fatty, smoked foods. Products containing fast carbohydrates affect weight gain and should be excluded from the diet. Normal metabolism, which affects the condition of the epidermis, depends on proper nutrition.

What not to do when you find a wen

If swelling is detected in the intimate area, under no circumstances should you do the following:

1. Open the growth and try to squeeze out the contents of the wen.
2. Try to cut out the tumor yourself.
3. Use burning substances and preparations, especially if the tumor is in the intimate area.
4. Resort to traditional medicine or the advice of friends and acquaintances.
5. Use and take any medications before diagnosis.