Daily care of patients with vulvar leukoplakia

The cause of vulvar leukoplakia has not yet been determined, but it is speculated that it may be due to malnutrition of the nerves and blood vessels in the deep connective tissue of the vulva, which leads to lesions in the skin covering it. During the treatment period, patients with vulvar leukoplakia should pay attention to daily care to play a role in auxiliary treatment, so as to achieve the goal of curing the disease as soon as possible.

1. Maintain an optimistic mood: In daily life, patients should pay attention to the regulation of life pressure and emotions. They should maintain an optimistic mood and a cheerful mood. The family members of the patients, especially the husbands, should help the patients build confidence in overcoming the disease.

2. Actively treat chronic diseases: Patients with vulvar leukoplakia should also actively treat chronic diseases, such as diabetes, endocrine diseases and immune system diseases. Actively treat vaginitis, vulvitis and various diseases that cause increased vaginal discharge.

3. Methods of cleaning the vulva: Some women are too clean and have the habit of cleaning the vulva once or several times a day. In fact, the female vulva has a self-cleaning function and it is generally sufficient to clean it 2 to 3 times a week. Do not use any detergent when cleaning, because detergents are generally alkaline. Just use warm water to clean it, and be careful not to use too hot water.

4. Choose cotton underwear: Patients should wear loose and breathable underwear in daily life, mainly pure cotton products, and avoid wearing underwear made of chemical fibers such as acrylic.

5. Keep the vulva clean: Patients should pay attention to the hygiene of the vulva to avoid scratching.