Vulvar Cancer- Dr. Seema Singh

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VULVAR CANCER
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VULVAR CANCER
Vulvar cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in
the vulva, the external part of the female
genitalia. It is a relatively rare type of
cancer, accounting for less than 5 of all
gynecological cancers. However, it can be a
serious condition that requires prompt medical
attention. In this blog, we will discuss the
causes, signs and symptoms, treatment, and its
prevention.
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CAUSES OF VULVA CANCER

• The exact cause is unknown. However, certain
  factors may increase a womans risk of developing
  this condition. These include
• Age It is more common in women over the age of
  50.
• HPV (Human Papillomavirus) infection HPV is a
  common sexually transmitted infection that can
  increase the risk.
• Smoking Smoking tobacco increases the risk of
  vulvar cancer.
• Chronic vulvar irritation or infection Long-term
  irritation or infection of the vulva can increase
  the risk of developing cancer.
• History of precancerous vulvar conditions Women
  who have had vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia
  (VIN) or lichen sclerosis are at an increased
  risk of developing cancer in their vulva.

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SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS

• The signs and symptoms can vary depending on the
  stage of cancer. Some of the common symptoms
  include
• A lump or mass in the vulva
• Persistent itching in the vulva
• Pain or tenderness in the vulva
• Bleeding or discharge not related to menstruation
• Changes in the color or thickness of the skin of
  the vulva
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Enlarged lymph nodes in the groin

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TREATMENT OF VULVAR CANCER

• The treatment depends on the stage and extent of
  the cancer. The following are some of the common
  treatments are
• Surgery Surgery is the most common treatment for
  vulvar cancer. The goal of surgery is to remove
  the cancerous tissue while preserving as much
  healthy tissue as possible.
• Radiation therapy Radiation therapy uses
  high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells. It is
  often used in combination with surgery.
• Chemotherapy Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill
  cancer cells. It is often used in advanced stages
  of vulvar cancer.

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