Hyper = above
pigmentation = color (in humans this is melanin).
An area (or areas) of darkened skin (or scar tissue).
Vulvar carcinoma; vulvar sarcoma; vulvar neoplasia, VIN, VAIN
Most vulvar cancers are squamous cell carcinomas
Because vulvar cancer is highly curable in its early stages, women should consult a physician as soon as a vulvar abnormality is detected.
Vulvar cancer is a rare disease that occurs mainly in elderly women
studies have identified several risk factors for vulvar cancer. These include:
The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) has adopted a surgical staging system for vulvar cancer.
The risk of vulvar cancer can be decreased by avoiding risk factors, most of which involve lifestyle choices.
A full vulvar colposcopy is a specialized examination of the vulva using a colposcope, a magnifying instrument that allows a detailed view of the vulvar tissues. It is typically performed when there are abnormalities detected in a Pap smear or visible lesions on the vulva. The procedure helps in diagnosing conditions such as vulvar dysplasia or vulvar cancer. During the examination, a healthcare provider may also take biopsies if necessary for further testing.
When a cat goes into estrus, there is a minimal amount of vulvar bleeding. When a cat delivers kittens, there is also some vaginal bleeding.
One word with a Latin root word "vulva" is "vulvar," which refers to the external female genitalia.
There are a number of potential symptoms for hyperpigmentation. Some of these symptoms include birthmarks, darkening of the skin especially around the birthmarks.
Other, less common types of vulvar cancer are melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, adenocarcinomas, Paget's disease of the vulva, and tumors of the connective tissue