Patient's question:
I have always paid close attention to hygiene in private areas, but recently I noticed that my external genitalia have started to itch. At first, I thought it was a vaginal infection and just bought a cleansing agent to wash it. However, in the past few days, I noticed that my external genitalia have developed white patches again. The outer skin is dry. What type of leukoplakia is this?Doctor's answer:
Vulvar leukoplakia is divided into fibrotic vulvar leukoplakia, edematous vulvar leukoplakia, and lichen vulvar leukoplakia. Vulvar leukoplakia is a depigmentation skin disease caused by local vascular and neurotrophic disorders of the vulva, with severe itching being the main symptom. You can choose not to use irritating soaps to wash the perineum and avoid using laundry detergents to wash underwear. Wear cotton underwear that is loose and enhance nutrition. Go to the hospital for an in-person examination, get a clear diagnosis, and then receive symptomatic treatment.