Patient's question:
The cost of checking for vulvar leukoplakia at a hospital is what? I discovered that my private area had become very rough while taking a bath, and recently I've been feeling itchy all the time, especially when I'm at work, it's really embarrassing. Is my condition vulvar leukoplakia? Is this a big problem?Doctor's answer:
Vaginal leukoplakia is caused by epidermal thickening due to inflammation, loss of pigment in the basal epidermal layer, and reduced blood vessels in the superficial dermis, leading to the fading or whitening of the vaginal skin or mucosa. Since "vaginal leukoplakia" is a stubborn condition, it is essential to adhere to long-term treatment and follow-up regularly. The follow-up interval is best set at 3 to 6 months. With persistent treatment, a relatively satisfying outcome can generally be achieved.Medications can include oral vitamin supplements. If vaginal itching is severe and affects deep sleep, appropriate oral sedatives may be taken. Locally, a 1% hydrocortisone cream and a 1–2% testosterone cream can be applied. This treatment should be maintained for 6–8 weeks, with 3–4 applications per day. While adhering to long-term treatment, it is also crucial to maintain long-term cleanliness and dryness of the vaginal area, avoid tight underwear, and avoid wearing non-breathable synthetic underwear. Additionally, reducing the intake of easily allergenic foods is highly necessary.