Patient's question:
My best friend told me she has vulvar leukoplakia. She has never mentioned it to anyone before because it is said to be a type of cancer, so she is very upset and worried that she really has cancer. I am also very worried and want to consult if vulvar leukoplakia is cancer. Is vulvar leukoplakia a type of cancer?Doctor's answer:
If abnormal squamous cell arrangement, varying cell morphology and size, deep nuclear staining, and increasing differentiation phases occur, but the basal membrane remains intact, it is classified as atypical fibrosis. It can be categorized into three degrees based on extent and severity. Mild: Atypical fibrosis is limited to the lower one-third of the epidermis. Moderate: Affects one-third to two-thirds. Severe: Below two-thirds but does not involve the entire thickness. This could be a sign of cancer. Daily treatment for patients with leukoplakia of the vulva primarily involves medication. Patients can take oral medications, supplement with vitamins, and pay attention to self-care, proper diet, and avoid cold foods. Vulvar leukoplakia patients should seek treatment as soon as possible!