Question
A 27-year-old woman has had a yeast infection and persistent vulvar itching, which is slightly improved with medication. The TCT shows moderate inflammation, and the HPV test is negative. She has a history of cervical erosion and ectopic pregnancy, and her cervix is hypertrophic. Is there a relationship between persistent vulvar itching and vulvar cancer?
Answer
Recurring vulvar itching requires urine tests to check for the possibility of diabetes, which may cause symptoms to recur. The main symptoms of vulvar cancer include vulvar nodules, often accompanied by pain and itching. Most patients initially experience long-term vulvar itching for over ten years.