Patient's question:
I have been experiencing constant itching in my private area, and it has even been scratched open. It's both painful and itchy, making it extremely uncomfortable. It's also a bit pale. After examination, it was diagnosed as leukoplakia of the vulva. I would like to ask: What is the best way to treat leukoplakia of the vulva?Doctor's answer:
Hello, to treat leukoplakia of the vulva first, it is important to maintain the vulva clean and dry at all times. Stop using medications or soaps with strong irritants to wash the vulva, avoid wearing non-breathable synthetic underwear, and do not eat spicy or easily allergenic foods.Second, you can choose to apply medication locally to the vulva. Currently, options like testosterone propionate and progesterone are effective. For persistent itching that does not respond to topical treatment, triamcinolone suspension can be injected subcutaneously.
Recommendation: For severe cases or when medication treatment is ineffective, options such as vulvar magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound or superficial vulvar excision can be considered. Both methods are effective in treating leukoplakia of the vulva and stabilizing symptoms. You can choose the one that suits your health condition.