VVS symptoms are confined to the vestibule and vary from mild to severe. VVS often begins suddenly, following an infection or trauma.
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.
One word with a Latin root word "vulva" is "vulvar," which refers to the external female genitalia.
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.
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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