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oral pathology: veruco papilloma lesion (VPL)

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Here's a short lecture on verruca (verruco) papilloma lesions: Lecture: Verruca Papilloma Lesions Welcome, everyone, to today's lecture on verruca papilloma lesions. Verruca papillomas, commonly known as warts, are benign growths caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). Let's delve into some key points about these intriguing lesions. **1. Definition and Types:** Verruca papilloma lesions are non-cancerous growths of the skin and mucous membranes caused by various strains of HPV. They are classified into several types, including common warts, plantar warts, flat warts, and genital warts. **2. Causes and Transmission:** HPV, a DNA virus, is responsible for verruca papilloma lesions. These viruses are highly contagious and can spread through direct skin-to-skin contact or indirectly via contaminated surfaces. Minor cuts or abrasions on the skin provide an entry point for the virus. **3. Clinical Presentation:** Common warts are often raised and rough-textured,