Patient's question:
My girlfriend has recently been experiencing severe itching in her external genital area, suspecting she might have a sexually transmitted disease. However, upon closer examination, she notices white patches. What could be causing this? When she went to the hospital, the doctor diagnosed her with leukoplakia of the vulva and advised her to pay attention to her diet, as well as to maintain good hygiene and wear appropriate clothing. What exactly is leukoplakia of the vulva? What exactly is leukoplakia of the vulva?Doctor's answer:
The main symptoms are severe itching of the external genitalia, accompanied by local pain after scratching. The inflammation can vary in extent, primarily affecting the labia majora, labia minora, interlabial sulcus, clitoral hood, and posterior fourchette, often presenting symmetrically. The affected skin may thicken like leather, with ridges or scales, showing eczematous changes. For patients with leukoplakia of the vulva, in addition to symptomatic treatment, dietary therapy can be used as a complementary treatment. Proper diet should be maintained in daily life to avoid irritating foods.