Patient's question:
I recently feel a bit itchy in my private area, and it seems the color is a bit different, a bit whitish. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it was leukoplakia of the vulva. Could you please tell me what the treatment for leukoplakia of the vulva is?Doctor's answer:
Vulvar leukoplakia is a type of vulvar dystrophy. In clinical diagnosis, it is also referred to as non-neoplastic vulvar inflammation. Its clinical diagnostic features include itching, stinging, or burning sensation in the vulva. When the vulva is atrophic, it may lead to sexual difficulties or pain during intercourse. Many vulvar inflammatory conditions, such as leukoplakia, leukoplakic vulvitis, vulvar xerosis, lichen sclerosus, hypertrophic vulvitis, and neurodermatitis, fall into this category. It is recommended to use topical moisturizing creams or vitamin A acid cream for treatment. Laser therapy can also be tested. Alternatively, 2% hydrocortisone ointment can be used to reduce swelling and relieve pain. 2% testosterone fish oil ointment can also be applied. It is important to maintain cleanliness and dryness. Avoid using soap or irritating medications to clean the vulva. Do not consume spicy or irritating foods. Clothing should be loose-fitting, and laundry should be changed frequently. At the same time, it is important to wear soft cotton products.