10 Vulvar Cancer Symptoms
Symptom #7: White Patches
Whitish patches that appear on the genitals may be due to a skin disease known as lichen sclerosus. Lichen sclerosus can affect any part of the body but has a predisposition to occur on the genitals. It is also known as balanitis xerotica obliterans if it affects the penis.
Although it is not contagious, its presence increases the risk of skin cancer. Skin affected by lichen sclerosis, especially among women, may develop vulvar carcinoma. It is seen in 3 to 7 percent of vulvar squamous cell carcinoma cases. Other associated symptoms of lichen sclerosus include itching, pain, dyspareunia, tearing, peeling, and easy bruising of the skin.
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