
What is the best medication for leukoplakia of the vulva?
Disease description:
Recently, the vulva has been very itchy, and white patches have developed. I would like to ask the doctor, what is the best medication for vulvar white patches?

Vulvar leukoplakia, medically termed as vulvar dystrophic disease, is typically treated with drug therapy, physical therapy, and surgery when necessary. The following are commonly used treatment methods:
1. Hormone therapy: Topical corticosteroid hormone creams (such as hydrocortisone, prednisolone) are the first choice, which can relieve itching and promote pigmentation. These medications should be used according to medical instructions, avoiding long-term and extensive application to prevent side effects.
2. Retinoid medications: Such as tazarotene, which can improve skin condition but may cause local irritant reactions.
3. Immune modulators: Such as tacrolimus or pimecrolimus, which can regulate the immune response and alleviate symptoms.
4. Antifungal drugs: If there is a concurrent fungal infection, antifungal medications such as clotrimazole or fluconazole should be used.
5. Physical therapy: Includes laser treatment, cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen freezing), or electrocoagulation, aiming to remove diseased tissue.
6. Biofeedback and psychological support: These adjunctive therapies may benefit patients experiencing pain and emotional distress.
The effectiveness of each treatment method varies among individuals. The treatment plan should be tailored to the patient's specific condition by a qualified physician.