Patient's question:
Recently, I've been feeling 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. I'm asking, how should leukoplakia of the vulva be treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello; Vulvar leukoplakia may be related to systemic factors, such as diabetes or endocrine disorders. Local environmental conditions of the vulva, such as moisture or heat, can lead to vulvar leukoplakia. Vulvar leukoplakia is usually treated symptomatically with a combination of Chinese and Western medicine. If inflammation is significant, symptoms are severe, and long-term medication does not improve the condition, surgical treatment should be considered. The recurrence of vulvar leukoplakia severely harms women's health, and patients need to pay attention to postmenstrual follow-up, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. It is hoped that female patients can receive standardized treatment.