Why Do I Get Warts on my Armpits?

The presence of warts in the armpits often causes a lot of discomfort, especially because of their constant association with the Human Papilloma Virus. Although in most cases these lesions are harmless, they can appear unsightly.

Due to the high prevalence of HPV in society, a high number of cases where these types of lesions appear are caused by this virus. And although they are usually benign and do not pose a health risk, they are highly contagious.

Scientific studies have shown that HPV strains 6 and 11 often cause warts. And although there is a firm belief that these types of warts only appear in the genitals, they can appear in other areas.

Areas with folds such as the neck and armpits can be affected by these types of lesions. They can also appear in areas such as the hands or even on the scalp.

Índice

1 How to know if a wart is caused by Human Papillomavirus?
2 How to remove armpit warts?
3 Other causes of armpit warts
4 Can the appearance of these warts be prevented?
5 Do natural treatments for warts work?
6 Lastly… what should you do if you have HPV?

How to know if a wart is caused by Human Papillomavirus?

Although a high percentage of armpit wart cases are causally linked to HPV, this is not the case in 100% of cases. Some other factors associated with the appearance of these lesions are hormonal changes or being overweight.

However, it is the dermatologist’s responsibility to provide a diagnosis and it is the best way to know if the warts have been caused by the Human Papilloma Virus.

There is no single criterion as to what HPV warts look like. Some are flat in shape, and are smaller. But there are also lesions that become larger and extend in greater numbers in the affected area.

What is worth noting is that armpit warts due to HPV can be very contagious. Therefore, sharing personal items with people who are not carriers of this virus puts them at risk of contagion, even if they are children.

How to remove armpit warts?

When it comes to knowing how to remove armpit warts, it is common to know several home remedies. There is even a famous method that involves tying a thread on the wart so that it yields under pressure.

However, health specialists do not advise fighting HPV warts with home methods if you don’t know very well what you’re doing. The ideal thing is to set aside home treatments and receive a dermatological treatment.

Would you like to remove armpit warts without pain and without the risk of scars? In that case, methods such as electrosurgery are highly recommended, they often do not cause more discomfort and the results are evident immediately.

There are also surgical methods where these lesions are removed by making cuts with a scalpel. And although they may be more affordable, recovery can be a bit more tedious and there is a greater risk of leaving scars.

These were some tips to help you know how to deal with HPV. However, there is much more you need to do if you really want to get rid of HPV and warts forever.

What you need to do is GET RID OF THE ROOT of the problem.

For that reason, I recommend you to look into Dr. Kirkland's story and how he was able to cure HPV and get rid of warts for good.

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Other causes of armpit warts

Medically, armpit warts are referred to as skin tags or soft fibromas.

They are generally brown or flesh-colored, raised, and are typically located in skin folds.

Armpit warts usually appear between the ages of 25 and 35. They are generally asymptomatic, but friction with clothing can cause them to become inflamed and painful.

Let’s look at some of the most common causes of armpit warts:

The main cause of these types of warts is hormonal and endocrine changes. Insulin resistance is the most common among them. In these cases, they can also appear on the back of the neck.
A sudden weight gain can also be associated with the appearance of armpit warts. It has also been observed that being overweight is associated with warts in skin folds.
Another cause related to the appearance of armpit warts is excessive sweating, which is genetically originated.
Prolonged use of corticosteroids, which causes weight gain, also leads to the appearance of armpit warts.
In women, menopause and pregnancy are conditions associated with armpit warts. Hormonal changes associated with these conditions produce effects on the body and skin, with soft fibromas being one of them.
Other causes, although much less common, include friction from clothing and deficiencies in wound healing.

Can the appearance of these warts be prevented?

It is possible to prevent the appearance of these warts by identifying the causes and taking care of your skin.

A good diet, physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight are routines that will help prevent hormonal imbalances.

Cleaning the skin with water and mild soap will remove excess oil and keep pores open and free from impurities.

Do natural treatments for warts work?

There are many natural options for treating warts. However, they should never be taken as the primary treatment but as a complement to medical treatments.

These options may be useful in reducing growth or improving the color tone of warts, thus enhancing the skin’s appearance:

Lemon: Vitamin C is believed to have antiseptic and antiviral properties. It also helps improve healing.
Baking soda: mixed with vinegar and applied to the wart may be helpful in its removal.
Vitamin A: one study found that Vitamin A derived from fish liver oil helps eliminate warts and promotes the growth of healthy skin in its place. The treatment is long, between 2 and 6 months.
Garlic: commonly used, thanks to allicin, its main compound, which has antiviral effects. It is recommended to consume it raw or crush it and place it on the wart, cover with tape, and leave for 24 hours.
Aloe vera: there’s evidence that it slightly inhibits the development of herpes simplex infections.

These products can be effective if used consistently and as supplements to the treatment recommended by the dermatologist.

Lastly… what should you do if you have HPV?