Patient's question:
Is vulvar leukoplakia caused by vitiligo? Doctor, I am 34 years old and have been suffering from vitiligo for 4 or 5 years. Recently, I have discovered that I also have vulvar leukoplakia. Is this related to vitiligo? I would like to consult if vulvar leukoplakia is caused by vitiligo?Doctor's answer:
If one party has a history of vitiligo and currently experiences recurrent vulvar leukoplakia, it is still necessary to consider that this condition may be caused by vitiligo. Another possibility could be that long-term and excessive vaginal secretions may also lead to the recurrence of vulvar leukoplakia. If there is currently a significant amount of vaginal discharge, it is still recommended to visit a hospital for a thorough examination to provide symptomatic treatment and see if the symptoms of the leukoplakia can be alleviated. The recurrence of vulvar leukoplakia severely affects women's health, and patients need to pay attention to follow-up examinations after menstruation, maintain a light diet, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. We hope that female patients can receive effective treatment in the future.