Patient's question:
I was diagnosed with vulvar leukoplakia yesterday. At first, I didn't take it too seriously because there were only two patches of skin that had changed color. Later, they expanded, and my husband suggested I get a thorough examination. The diagnosis was vulvar leukoplakia. I would like to consult about how vulvar leukoplakia should be treated?Doctor's answer:
Vulvar leukoplakia has not yet been identified as having a specific cause, and it may be related to diabetes, endocrine disorders, or vitamin deficiencies, though these are all just possibilities. When symptoms are severe, a corticosteroid ointment can be used to relieve itching. Excessive scrubbing of the vulva should be avoided, and soaps should not be used. Regular follow-up is recommended to prevent canceration or to detect early signs of reversal if they occur, allowing for timely removal. An external wash can be prepared using 30 grams of Sophora flavescens, 20 grams of Lindera aggregata, 20 grams of Sanguisorba officinalis, 15 grams of Rheum palmatum, 25 grams of Kochia scoparia, 15 grams of Schizonepeta chinensis, 10 grams of Glycyrrhiza uralensis, 30 grams of Cnidium monnieri, and 15 grams of Kalium aluminii carbonicum.