Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I recently contracted vulvar leukoplakia, and I would like to consult about what the main symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia are.Doctor's answer:
Vulvar leukoplakia refers to localized or diffuse white patches on the skin of the female genitalia, which can spread to the inner thighs, perineum, and anus but rarely affects the urethral opening or vestibule. The main symptom of vulvar leukoplakia is itching, with some patients experiencing severe itching that intensifies at night. Constant scratching can lead to redness, swelling, and breakdown of the skin, accompanied by discomfort such as a burning sensation. The inflamed skin may exhibit keratosis and fibrosis, with localized mild hypopigmentation of the vulvar skin (usually more common on the inner sides of the labia majora and minora), appearing as pinpoint or small white papules with a powdery white appearance.