Symptoms of early vulvar leukoplakia in women: hyperkeratosis

Since the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia can occur at any age. Usually, the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia will occur in childhood, adolescence, menopause and old age. What are the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia that we usually have? The following is an introduction to the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia by experts.

The following is a detailed introduction by experts on the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia :

1. The skin is rough, thickened and scratched like moss, and sometimes cracks may occur. Local pigmentation is reduced, and the labia majora and labia minora generally turn white. The vulva can be seen to be slightly atrophied, the labia minora partially or completely disappear, and then tightened. The vaginal opening is narrow and elastic, and even affects urination and sexual life.

2. Local burning pain: especially the clitoris and labia minora are very sensitive. The early symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia are hyperkeratosis of the affected area and infiltration of the skin. The vulvar skin and mucosa appear localized or diffuse white thickening like leather, raised with wrinkles or scaly, eczematous changes.

3. Vulvar itching: The symptoms of this type of vulvar leukoplakia are particularly severe at night. The degree of itching is related to time, menstruation, climate, food, environment, and mood. Itching usually occurs intermittently, and patients often scratch because of the itching. Due to scratching, there are many scratches and redness and swelling on the vulva. As a result of long-term itching, local ulceration, chapped, ulcerated and secondary infection occur.

What are the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia in women? The above is a detailed introduction to the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia. If you have any questions about the symptoms of vulvar leukoplakia, please consult our online experts or call us and they will answer you in detail.