Patient's question:
I am not married yet. Recently, after a physical examination, I was told that I have leukoplakia of the vulva. Is this disease serious? Will it affect my future pregnancy? How is leukoplakia of the vulva treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello, according to the analysis of your condition, the following may reappear:Treatment for leukoplakia of the vulva can involve taking vitamin supplements. If the itching is severe and interferes with deep sleep, you may take some sedatives. Locally, you can apply 1% hydrocortisone and 1–2% testosterone cream. This treatment can be maintained for 6–8 weeks, with 3–4 applications per day.
While maintaining long-term treatment, it is also essential to keep the vulva clean and dry, wear loose underwear, avoid synthetic underwear with poor breathability, and reduce the intake of easily allergenic foods.
The symptoms of leukoplakia of the vulva include: intense itching in the genital area, dry skin, thickening and whitening, loss of elasticity, even swelling and rupture, accompanied by pain and a burning sensation. Patients often experience unbearable itching in the vulva, as if it were piercing them, with the itching recurring in episodes, especially at night, accompanied by burning and dry discomfort.