Pseudo-condyloma;
"Epidemiological data indicates a close association between condyloma acuminata and genital cancer. Through the use of nucleic acid hybridization methods, human papillomavirus (HPV) has been detected in various types of genital tumors, as well as in the tissues of condyloma acuminata lesions. Reports suggest that 5% to 10% of external genital, cervical, and perianal condylomas may undergo dysplasia and develop into carcinoma in situ or invasive cancer after a certain period. Additionally, it was found that 15% of penile cancers and 5% of female vulvar cancers occur on the basis of previous condyloma acuminata, especially cervical cancer, which is particularly associated with HPV-16, 18, 31, and 33 types. Giant condylomas can also lead to secondary carcinogenesis. Many laboratory studies further indicate that there exists a causal relationship among HPV, condyloma acuminata, and genital cancer. Vulvar, penile, or perianal condyloma acuminata can transform into squamous cell carcinoma. This transformation usually takes 5-40 years. Therefore, after being diagnosed with condyloma acuminata, it is essential to seek treatment early and ensure complete eradication, as inappropriate treatments and stimuli can accelerate malignant transformation."
After reading this introduction, some people might feel quite alarmed. However, there's no need for such panic. Consider how you've heard that smoking causes cancer but haven't given up or even thought about quitting. Why? Because through common knowledge, you understand the probability and have a clear concept in mind, so you're not afraid. In contrast, condyloma acuminata tends to create psychological tension, exacerbated by misleading information from some hospitals or media outlets, making it difficult to seek advice openly. Hence, upon hearing about potential carcinogenic changes, one might feel uneasy.
Here, I want to emphasize that medical terminology is primarily for doctors. For those without medical expertise, similar descriptions can be interpreted differently, leading to misconceptions and unnecessary worries.
Condyloma acuminata can indeed induce carcinogenic changes, but the proportion is very low. This is similar to the risk and time span (5-40 years) associated with smoking-induced carcinogenesis. The vast majority of condyloma acuminata cases do not lead to cancer, so there's no need for constant anxiety. Moreover, a significant proportion of healthy women without condyloma acuminata still test positive for HPV infections in their reproductive systems. HPV infection is currently one of the more common gynecological infections, and many women overcome it unknowingly.
In summary, patients with condyloma acuminata should neither be overly panicked nor take it lightly. The only option is to pursue active scientific treatment. Repeated strong laser stimulation or corrosive drug treatments can increase the likelihood of carcinogenic changes, so when using medication, choose drugs with mild properties.