Patient's question:
Mom has been feeling uncomfortable in her legs recently and has even taken time off work to rest at home. She mentioned that she might have a condition called leukoplakia of the vulva. I've never heard of this disease before, is it just a gynecological condition? However, she hasn't mentioned any abdominal pain. Sometimes, though, she looks a bit embarrassed. What's going on?Doctor's answer:
Vaginal leukoplakia is a very painful gynecological disease, with abnormal itching of the external genitalia as the main symptom. The duration of itching ranges from 2 to 3 months from onset to treatment, and in some cases, it can last for up to 20 years. The intensity of itching is not affected by season or time of day. Vaginal leukoplakia poses significant harm to patients. Once symptoms are noticed, it is important to seek medical attention promptly while also paying close attention to self-care. Eating more vegetables and fruits and avoiding irritating foods is recommended. We hope that patients with vaginal leukoplakia can receive professional treatment.