Vulvar Dermatologic Diseases

There are many acute and chronic dermatologic diseases that affect vulva. The appearance of these diseases in this intertriginous area is often different than their appearance on the trunk and extremities. There are several infectious diseases that have a presentation that is unique to this area. The vulva is an area of the body that is not well understood either by women or by many Healthcare Professionals.

A complete history and physical are required for diagnosis and treatment of vulvar disease. The cause can vary greatly and needs to be assessed case by case.

Infections

  1. Herpes simplex virus (HSV)
  2. Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
  3. Candidiasis

 

Dermatosis

  1. Contact dermatitis
  2. Lichen simplex chronicus
  3. Lichen sclerosus
  4. Lichen planus (LP)
  5. Psoriasis
  6. Intertrigo
  7. Hidradenitis

 

Tumors

  1. Squamous Cell Carcinoma
  2. Extramammary Paget's Disease
  3. Vulvar dysplasia
  4. Basal Cell Ca
  5. Melamoma

 

Vulvar Pain

  1. Vulvodynia: localized and generalized
  2. Lichen Plamus
  3. Lichen Seterosis