Patient's question:
I recently feel that the private area is always a bit itchy. During training, I unconsciously scratch it with my hand, which severely affects daily training and life. When I came home, I carefully observed and felt that there were some white spots on the external genitalia. After seeing a doctor, they said it was leukoplakia of the vulva, so I want to know what precautions are needed when suffering from leukoplakia of the vulva. What should I pay attention to when I have leukoplakia of the vulva?Doctor's answer:
In daily life, attention should be paid to the adjustment of life stress and emotions, always maintaining an optimistic mood and a cheerful disposition. Since the external genitalia of women have a self-cleaning function, cleaning them 2-3 times a week is generally sufficient. During daily life, it is advisable to wear loose, breathable underwear and pants, with cotton products as the primary choice, to avoid wearing synthetic fiber underwear such as polyester. It is essential to keep the affected area dry, well-ventilated, and cool; wear absorbent, breathable, loose, soft, 100% cotton underwear, and avoid synthetic fiber underwear such as polyester. Always maintain cleanliness of the external genitalia, avoid increasing irritation and friction, and refrain from scratching. In addition to timely treatment for leukoplakia of the external genitalia, patients should maintain a positive mindset to face the disease. Only in this way can the patient's immunity and the belief to combat the disease be reduced. At the same time, it is important to pay close attention to dietary care and monitor changes in symptoms, believing that this will certainly