Examination and diagnosis of warts

Name: Examination and diagnosis of warts
Creator: Dr. Loizidis Christoforos
Published: 2020-03-25 05:02:00

For the correct diagnosis of warts, there are some tests that we can perform, depending on the body part we want to check.

Self-examination

Self-examination is very important for the early detection of any changes in our body.

Usually warts are understood when you feel the area as they do not cause itching or pain.

For areas that are more difficult to have a clear image, such as the area around the anus, in addition to the mirror, we can use the help of our sexual partner.

When it comes to self-examination in the anal area, we should not miss the checkup of the first 2-3 cm of the anal canal and not be limited to external checkup.

συμβουλή για την εξέταση και τη διάγνωση κονδυλωμάτων

No one knows the genital area of our body better than we do ourselves! For this reason, it is good to do the self-examination at regular intervals.

Genital examination

External examination of the genitals can be done in both sexes by a specialized Dermatologist - Venereologist, who will perform an examination of the area, to find lesions due to the HPV virus, as well as their differential diagnosis from other formations that may confuse us.

In addition, there is the possibility of taking a sample of the defect, which can be sent to the laboratory for further testing.

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Genital examination (Female)

Gynecological examination

The examination for warts, both externally and internally in women, can of course be done by the gynecologist.

A general gynecological examination is the first step in identifying possible lesions, and creating a plan to treat them.

τεστ Παπανικολάου για την διάγνωση κονδυλωμάτων

Papanicolaou test

The Pap smear test is a cytological examination, which can detect cellular lesions in the cervix, which may be caused by the presence of the HPV virus in the body.

In addition, with the liquid phase Pap smear, an HPV-DNA test can be performed, with which it is possible to identify the subtype of the virus, which is the cause of the infection.

The HPV virus is known to cause cervical cancer, but the Pap smear test is a woman's best ally in preventing and diagnosing such a condition early.

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Κολποσκόπηση για την διάγνωση των κονδυλωμάτων

Colposcopy

Usually colposcopy is the next step after the Pap smear test, as it can be used to confirm the test results.

Colposcopy examines a woman's lower genitalia using a special microscope.

In this way, we can locate the area that shows lesions, take a sample for biopsy and intervene therapeutically if necessary.

εξέταση και έλεγχος στον άντρα για κονδυλώματα

Genital examination (Male)

For men, the examination of the genitals can be done by a Dermatologist - Venereologist, on the entire surface of the inguinal area, the scrotum and the perianal area.

The most common sites of genital warts in men are visible, with the body and foreskin of the penis making it easy to diagnose. However, there are several cases that may be located in the groin area in the perineum (area between the testicles and the anus), they may also be covered by hair growth in the area, conditions that make diagnosis more difficult.

συμβουλή γιατρού για την διάγνωση των κονδυλωμάτων

Doctor's tip: There are no taboo areas for men either. Warts can be spread throughout the perinatal area either through sexual practices or by shaving.

έλεγχος πρωκτού για τη διάγνωση των κονδυλωμάτων

Rectal examination

Proctoscopy

The proctoscopy is a suitable examination for both genders and is performed using a proctoscope.

It is a small, usually plastic tube, which is inserted into the anus and with the help of a light source and the whole anal canal is examined for lesions. If the doctor finds something, it is possible to take a tissue sample to perform an examination. Also during the proctoscopy, the treatment of the lesions can be performed, which were found with a Co2 laser.

Proctoscopy - Arthroscopy

Anal pap test

The anal Pap test is equivalent to the classic Pap test.

It involves inserting a cotton swab into the anal canal where by rotating it, a sample is taken from the peripheral.

The sample is sent to the laboratory where an analysis is done to identify the cause of the damage, while in case of a HPV infection, it can also give us the subtype of the virus.

Anal Test pap

High definition ortho - sigmoidoscopy (HRA)

This is a specialized technique, similar to that of colposcopy.

Using a microscope, the anal canal is examined to identify areas of damage.

In case of damage, a sample is taken, which is sent for biopsy.

The H.R.A. - High Resolution Anoscopy, is able to detect a larger number of abnormalities than the Pap test, but is quite inconvenient, time consuming and expensive.

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Oropharyngeal examination

The oropharynx is examined, with the possibility of obtaining a smear, corresponding to that of the Pap test, which will be further examined in a laboratory.

Depending on the result of the laboratory examination of the sample, we can carry out the appropriate treatment to treat the lesions or schedule a re-examination appointment.

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Examination and diagnosis of warts

Self-examination

Genital examination

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Rectal examination

Oropharyngeal examination

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