Patient's question:
At first, I didn't feel anything uncomfortable, but recently, during intimacy with my husband, I've noticed dryness, and I often feel itchy externally. After a check-up, it was diagnosed as leukoplakia of the vulva. I'm not very familiar with this condition. Could you please tell me what are the symptoms of leukoplakia of the vulva?Doctor's answer:
The malignant transformation rate of vulvar leukoplakia is as high as 10-20%, so prevention training must be conducted. First, pay attention to vulvar hygiene. Use warm water to clean the vulva twice a day, and avoid using medications as cleansing agents to irritate the vulva. If cervical and vaginal are present, they should be treated early to reduce the irritation of leukorrhea to the vulvar skin. If white, itchy vulvar skin and increased leukorrhea are noticed, a timely and thorough examination should be conducted, and a pathological section may be necessary for a definitive diagnosis. The recurrence of vulvar leukoplakia severely affects women's health, and patients need to pay attention to postmenstrual follow-up, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Finally, we hope that female patients can receive effective treatment.