It is very important to understand the dangers of vulvar leukoplakia

In recent years, the number of patients with vulvar leukoplakia has increased. Since the harm of vulvar leukoplakia has affected our normal life, the harm of vulvar leukoplakia is generally very great. Let’s learn about the harm of vulvar leukoplakia below.

1. Vulvar leukoplakia is a white lesion that occurs on the skin and mucous membranes of the vulva. It is characterized by thickening, roughness, atrophy, loss of elasticity, and loss of skin color in the lesion area. It is commonly seen on the inner side of the labia majora or labia minora and on the clitoris. In severe cases, it can extend to the vagina, perineum, and around the anus. It is a common chronic gynecological disease.

Second, leukoplakia vulvae is more common in women. This disease can occur at any age: childhood, adolescence, menopause and old age have all been reported, but most patients are menopausal around 50 years old. The cause of young female patients is often related to genetics. In clinical practice, it is important to inquire about the family history of "leukoplakia vulvae" of both parents. The course of leukoplakia vulvae varies in length, and the elderly can last for decades.

3. Vulvar leukoplakia is very harmful. After suffering from this disease, patients often feel unbearable itching in the vulva, as if a hole is drilled in the heart. The itching is paroxysmal, especially at night, accompanied by burning, dryness and discomfort. The harm of vulvar leukoplakia can also seriously affect sleep.

4. The vulvar skin and mucous membranes turn white or light red, the surface is rough and uneven, and there are cracks, ulcers, erosions, or hardening and loss of elasticity. The harm of vulvar leukoplakia can also cause difficulty in urination.

5. The local skin and mucous membranes become thinner and swollen. The labia majora and minora shrink or even disappear, making the vaginal opening narrower. This can cause difficulties in sexual life and may also cause difficulties in childbirth, requiring a cesarean section.

6. In addition to local symptoms, there are also systemic symptoms such as palpitation, shortness of breath, irritability, chest tightness, reduced appetite, insomnia, backache, sexual indifference, etc. In severe cases, the harm of vulvar leukoplakia can further develop into vulvar cancer, with a canceration rate of up to 10-50%.

The above material analyzes the harm of vulvar leukoplakia. I believe everyone should understand it. I hope everyone can pay attention to the harm of vulvar leukoplakia. If there are patients with vulvar leukoplakia, they should receive treatment as soon as possible to avoid the harm of vulvar leukoplakia continuing. Here I would like to wish the patients a speedy recovery.