Patient's question:
I have never had any gynecological problems, and my vaginal discharge has always been particularly normal. A few weeks ago, while I was taking a bath, I suddenly noticed that there were several small white spots in my external genital area. I thought it was really disgusting when I looked at them. After researching online, I found out that it was leukoplakia of the vulva. I don’t understand these things—can they be treated? What are the causes of leukoplakia of the vulva?Doctor's answer:
The causes of vulvar leukoplakia are primarily due to insufficient hygiene. Vulvar leukoplakia is also known as leukoplakia of the vulva, vulvar leukoplakia, or vulvar dystrophy. In essence, vulvar leukoplakia refers to a disease caused by nutritional disturbances of local nerves and blood vessels in the vulva, leading to tissue degeneration and changes in pigmentation. In clinical diagnosis, conditions where the skin and mucosa of the vulva become white, rough, or atrophic are often collectively referred to as "vulvar leukoplakia." For patients, if the condition of vulvar leukoplakia is severe, immediate symptomatic treatment and appropriate medication should be administered, otherwise it may lead to a recurrence of vulvar leukoplakia. Additionally, patients need to pay attention to their diet and psychological care.