What is the difference between vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema?

There are many diseases that may occur in the human genitals, especially in women. For example, vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema are what we often hear about. Here we remind all women not to confuse vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema in the future. These are two completely different skin diseases with different causes and treatment methods. In addition, there are the following differences.

How to differentiate between vulvar eczema and vulvar leukoplakia?

The causes of vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema are different. The occurrence of vulvar leukoplakia is related to genes, autoimmunity, sex hormone deficiency or decreased sex hormone receptors. The etiology of vulvar eczema is complex and is often the result of the interaction of internal and external factors. Common causes of vulvar eczema include internal factors such as chronic digestive system diseases, mental stress, insomnia, excessive fatigue, as well as living environment, climate change, food and other factors.

There are also subtle differences in the clinical manifestations of vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema. The severe itching of the vulva is vulvar leukoplakia. The severity of the itching is not affected by season or day or night. Patients with vulvar eczema may develop papules, herpes, and blisters. They will gradually spread out to the surroundings, with unclear boundaries, diffuseness, and a tendency to exude.

The treatments for vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema are also different. Vulvar leukoplakia can be treated with medication, surgery, physical therapy and other methods. Commonly used medicines for vulvar leukoplakia include pyruvic acid ointment, compound vitamin A ointment and progesterone ointment. The causes of vulvar eczema are very complex, and different causes require different treatments. Only by understanding the cause of vulvar eczema and receiving targeted treatment can vulvar eczema be cured.

To sum up, there are still many differences between vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema. If the patient experiences similar symptoms, he or she should be examined promptly. Whether it is vulvar leukoplakia or vulvar eczema, they are very harmful to the human body. If you suffer from vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema, you must receive timely treatment. With timely treatment, both vulvar leukoplakia and vulvar eczema can be cured.