Patient's question:
I want to understand what factors can lead to leukoplakia of the vulva. Recently, I've been feeling itchy down there, and then I noticed white patches. When leukoplakia of the vulva reappears, I don't know how it came about. Can you explain in detail what factors can lead to leukoplakia of the vulva? What factors can cause leukoplakia of the vulva? I'm really very upset. How is leukoplakia of the vulva caused?Doctor's answer:
Vaginal infection and inflammatory stimulation: This is the main cause of leukoplakia of the vulva, accounting for about 50% of patients. There are several factors that can trigger vaginal infection and inflammatory stimulation, such as poor hygiene habits, wearing synthetic underwear, unclean sanitary products, soaking in public baths, and ice skating in bathhouses, which can lead to vaginal inflammation. If it is not treated promptly, inflammatory exudate can spread to the perineum. Long-term infection and stimulation can damage the skin and mucosa, causing redness, swelling, ulcers, and degeneration, which may gradually expand to form leukoplakia of the vulva. In fact, leukoplakia of the vulva is not terrifying. Patients should believe that they can overcome the disease. As long as the symptoms are detected in time and treated accordingly, the chances of controlling the condition and receiving treatment are very high.