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Condylomata.The first of these varieties is composed of slender pointed projections of the skin, which usually rise not more than a quarter of an inch above the surface of the skin, but may attain a much greater length. They occur usually in groups, but sometimes separately. They are covered with natural skin, and present no differences in appearance from the rest of the skin. They are found almost exclusively around the orifices of various openings of the body, especially around the vagina and rectum ; they are located usually at the junction of the skin and mucous membrane. This variety of condyloma, called the pointed condyloma, is caused by irritating discharges, or by lack of cleanliness. They do not necessarily indicate any venereal disease, though they are especially often found in those addicted to excessive indulgence. They may occur as a result of a simple leucorrhcea, or even without this cause. The treatment consists simply in snipping them off with a pair of scissors, and in applying a stick of lunar caustic to the base after removal. This plan answers perfectly well, except where the condylomata are arranged in large groups, so as to cover a considerable surface. In this case removal with the scissors is apt to be followed by considerable bleeding, and the matter should not be undertaken by any but a professional hand. The other variety of condylomata is composed of tumors which differ from the preceding in their shape, size and nature. They are flat upon the top, usually reddish or brownish in color, and seem to be divided upon their surface into numerous pieces by furrows. They occur around the mouth, nose, and genitals ; they are apt to secrete a thin, watery fluid, and sometimes produce considerable matter. These condylomata are of syphilitic origin, and are highly contagious. Extreme care should be taken, therefore, to prevent the entrance into the body of another personal discharge or matter from these tumors. The treatment of the syphilitic condylomata consists first in careful attention to cleanliness, and second, in the treatment appropriate to syphilis. The latter part of the treatment will be discussed in the chapter on syphilis. Cleanliness may be attained by frequent washing and by dusting upon the parts the powder of calomel or powdered iodoform. In either case the tumors should be covered with cotton, which may be fastened by means of a bandage or adhesive straps. But first, if you want to come back to this web site again, just add it to your bookmarks or favorites now! Then you'll find it easy! Also, please consider sharing our helpful website with your online friends.
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