Vulvar cancer is a relatively uncommon gynecologic cancer, yet its impact on a woman’s physical health, emotional well-being, body image, and sexual function can be profound. Because symptoms may resemble common skin conditions, irritation, or infections, the disease is not always recognized immediately. Some women live with itching, soreness, or changes to their vulvar skin…
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Treatment depends on the type of cancer, its stage, its location, whether lymph nodes are involved, and the patient’s overall health and preferences. A gynecologic oncologist can explain the available approaches and help the patient understand the expected benefits, risks, and potential effects on daily life. Surgery Surgery is a primary treatment for many vulvar…
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Sexuality is not just a physical response. It involves emotional safety, body confidence, sensation, desire, trust, and the ability to feel comfortable being vulnerable with another person. Vulvar cancer can affect several of these areas at once. For some women, sexual difficulties begin with the symptoms of cancer itself. For others, the challenges emerge during…
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When we talk about sexual anatomy, we often hear about the clitoris, G-spot, or vulva, but there is a lesser-known superstar quietly contributing to pleasure: the vestibular bulbs. This pair of erectile tissue bulbs are part of the clitoral complex, and while they might not get the spotlight, they are working behind the scenes, and…
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For vulva owners, many are steered to believe that any “itch” must be a yeast infection, or some form of hormonal imbalance. The truth is, there are numerous reasons why one’s vulva may have this issue. When we think of “skin care,” we often immediately think of our faces. We moisturize, apply special creams and…
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All women are at risk for gynecologic cancers. Each September, many medical fields and organizations recognize Gynecologic Cancer Awareness month. The Foundation for Women’s Cancer created this awareness month in 1999 to help to bring attention, awareness and education to the forefront of women’s gynecologic cancers. It is estimated that this year 100,000 women will…
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