Patient's question:
Recently, I've been feeling itchy down there, and I even scratched it, which is very painful and uncomfortable. I went to the hospital for a check-up, and they said I have leukoplakia of the vulva. I'm really struggling with this. Could you please ask: What are the most reliable ways to relieve vulvar leukoplakia?Doctor's answer:
Vulvar leukoplakia is a localized or diffuse white patch that reappears on the skin of a woman's external genitalia. Vulvar leukoplakia must be treated long-term, with follow-up intervals of 3 to 6 months being ideal. With persistent treatment, relatively satisfactory results can generally be achieved.Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that vulvar leukoplakia is often caused by insufficient function of the liver, spleen, and kidneys, as well as functional imbalances among these organs, disharmony of qi and blood, stagnation of meridians, endocrine disorders, and poor nourishment of the skin. Compared to Western medicine, Chinese herbal medicine has the advantages of broad efficacy, fewer side effects, and is particularly suitable for long-term use.
Vulvar leukoplakia is a gynecological disease that is prone to recurrence. During treatment, women should pay close attention to their self-care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is recommended that patients maintain clean external genitalia and change their underwear frequently. Finally, we wish all female patients a speedy recovery!