what are the symptoms?

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The most usual ones are:

  • persistent itching and soreness

  • a lump or ulcer on the labia, possibly with a crust or discharge.

In some cases, before invasive cancer develops there will be pre-cancerous changes to the vulva. There may be white patches on the skin, and itching. Pre-cancerous changes may take place over several years and can be treated before they become more serious.

Remember that cancer of the vulva is a rare cancer. Problems such as itching can easily be caused by other conditions such as infections. However, you should always tell your GP about any symptoms that don’t clear up.




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