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 always felt itchy externally. After checking, it was diagnosed as leukoplakia of the vulva. I'm not familiar with this condition. Could you please tell me: How should leukoplakia of the vulva be treated to relieve the itching?Doctor's answer:
Hello, leukoplakia of the vulva is a disease caused by nutritional disorders of the vulvar skin and mucosa, leading to local tissue degeneration and loss of pigmentation. It is a condition where the skin and mucosa remain white, rough, or swollen, and it tends to recur. It is recommended to maintain cleanliness and dryness, stop using soap and other irritating medications for washing, avoid spicy and irritating foods, topical corticosteroid creams, or surgical treatment. Vulvar leukoplakia is a gynecological disease that is prone to recurrence. During treatment, women need to pay attention to their own care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is advised that patients avoid sexual activity during treatment and pay close attention to cleanliness. Wishing female patients a speedy relief!