What are the symptoms of women with vulvar leukoplakia?

What are the symptoms of women with vulvar leukoplakia? Vulvar leukoplakia is a less common gynecological disease. Because people are not very familiar with vulvar leukoplakia, they often ignore early symptoms and miss timely treatment. Here are some symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia.

1. Thickening or bulging of the skin adjacent to the whitened area of ​​the vulva is a symptom of mixed vulvar leukoplakia. Only a few cases of hyperplastic and mixed lesions may show atypical hyperplasia. The final diagnosis of mixed vulvar leukoplakia depends on local biopsy. Before the biopsy, routine examinations of urine and leucorrhea, as well as diabetes and blood sugar tests should be performed.

2. The symptoms of atrophic vulvar leukoplakia can occur at any age. But it is more common in women around 40 years old. The main symptom is itching in the lesion area, which is milder than the hyperplastic lesions. The lesions often involve the skin and mucous membranes around the vulva. The clitoral foreskin, labia minora, and posterior symphysis are common lesion sites. In addition to the skin and mucous membranes turning white, dry and prone to cracking, and losing elasticity, the clitoris is often atrophied and adhered to the foreskin, the labia minora disappears, and in the late stage, the vaginal opening is contracted and narrowed, only the fingertips can fit.

3. The symptoms of hyperplastic vulvar leukoplakia mostly occur in women aged 50 to 60 years old. The main symptom is unbearable itching of the vulva. The lesions spread to the labia majora, the groove between the labia, and the clitoris. They are often symmetrical and thick like leather. Generally, there is no atrophy or adhesion. The color of the vulva is mostly dark red or pink.

The above is an introduction to the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia. Expert Tips: If you have symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia, do not delay diagnosis and go to a regular hospital for treatment in time to avoid delaying the disease and causing serious consequences. It is recommended that friends go to the hospital for regular check-ups to ensure timely detection and timely treatment. If you have other questions, please consult our online experts or call for consultation.

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