What are the dangers of vulvar atrophy and leukoplakia?

The female genitals are the part of the body that needs the most protection, because if we don't pay attention, gynecological problems will occur. We should also pay attention to diseases such as vulvar atrophy and leukoplakia. Such diseases are also common in women. Especially after suffering from such diseases, it will affect the patient's life and work. Now let us understand the harm of vulvar atrophy and leukoplakia through the following article.

The main harm of vulvar atrophy and leukoplakia

1. Vulvar leukoplakia is a white lesion that occurs on the skin and mucous membranes of the vulva. It is characterized by itching, thickening, roughness, atrophy, loss of elasticity, and loss of skin color in the lesion area. It is common 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.

2. Vulvar leukoplakia is more common in women. The 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 the disease in young female patients is mostly related to genetics. In clinical practice, attention should be paid to inquiring the family history of "vulvar leukoplakia" of both parents. The course of vulvar leukoplakia varies in length, and can last up to several decades in some cases.

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, which seriously affects sleep.

4. The vulvar skin and mucosa turn white or light red, the surface becomes rough and uneven, and there are cracks, ulcers, erosions, or it becomes hard and loses elasticity, which may 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 palpitations and shortness of breath, irritability and weakness, chest tightness, decreased appetite, insomnia, back pain, and lack of sexual desire. In severe cases, the disease may further develop into vulvar cancer, with a rate as high as 2-5%.

Through the above understanding, we know the harm of female vulvar atrophy and leukoplakia. Therefore, women must pay enough attention to it after suffering from such a disease. It is key to go to the hospital for examination and treatment in time. During the treatment, we must pay attention to our diet and lifestyle habits. We cannot eat spicy and irritating foods in our diet and must eat a light diet.