Patient's question:
Recently, I've been experiencing severe itching in the external genital area, and besides the irregular white patches, I initially thought this private issue could be resolved on my own. I used some topical medications to wash and applied some ointments, but the condition hasn't improved—it has even worsened, with rough, hardened ulcers appearing again. Is this condition likely to spread into an incurable disease? Will vulvar leukoplakia develop into cancer?Doctor's answer:
The incidence of malignancy in this disease is not high; it can only be considered a precancerous lesion when epithelial fibrosis is present. It is not necessary to be anxious or fearful after developing this condition. However, follow-up visits should be scheduled periodically after treatment. This is especially important for cases of fibrotic dystrophy with ulcers or nodules, as they should be given special attention to monitor for potential malignancy. The treatment of leukoplakia of the vulva is not easy. Patients should always maintain an optimistic attitude and face the condition with a positive mindset. Only in this way can they boost their confidence in combating leukoplakia and believe that they will eventually receive treatment.