Patient's question:
I am a wine and beverage salesperson and have had some banquets recently. These past few days, I've been constantly feeling itchy in my external genital area, and the itching is particularly severe at night. Sometimes I even scratch it with my hands. Now, the external genital area is slightly broken and has some white spots, sometimes accompanied by a burning sensation. I want to know what the early symptoms of leukoplakia of the external genital area are?Doctor's answer:
The early symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia are vulvar itching. In some patients, the itching is severe, and scratching due to itching can easily lead to redness, swelling, and rupture. In addition to the possibility of a burning sensation, the skin in the inflamed area may show mild depigmentation, usually appearing on the labia majora and minora as small spots or white dots, with a white, frosty surface. It is best not to scratch and to seek medical attention promptly.Facing the distress of vulvar leukoplakia, we should promptly implement symptomatic treatment principles and avoid delaying medical consultation. If vulvar leukoplakia does not improve with treatment, it is important to promptly switch to an alternative treatment plan.