Patient's question:
At first, I didn't feel anything uncomfortable, but recently, during intimacy with my husband, I've found it very dry, and I've also been constantly feeling itchy externally. After a check-up, they said it's leukoplakia of the vulva. I'm not very familiar with this condition. Could you please tell me: how is leukoplakia of the vulva treated?Doctor's answer:
Hello, leukoplakia of the vulva is a localized or diffuse white patch that reappears on the skin of the female genital area and can spread to the inner thighs, perineum, and anus. It is characterized by itching in the genital area, dry skin, thickening and whitening, loss of elasticity, and even expansion and rupture, accompanied by pain and a burning sensation."Leukoplakia of the vulva" requires long-term treatment and follow-up time of 3 to 6 months is recommended. After enduring the treatment, a relatively satisfying outcome can generally be achieved.
Traditional Chinese Medicine believes that leukoplakia of the vulva is often caused by insufficient function of the liver, spleen, and kidneys, as well as functional imbalances among them, disharmony of qi and blood, stagnation of meridians, endocrine disorders, and lack of nourishment for the skin.