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Skin diseases affecting the vulva

Simpson, Rosalind; Nunns, David

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Authors

ROSALIND SIMPSON rosalind.simpson@nottingham.ac.uk
Clinical Associate Professor in Dermatology

David Nunns



Abstract

Vulval skin disease is common in gynaecological practice. This article aims to enhance clinical skills in patient assessment, vulval examination and treatment of common benign vulval skin disease. Basic treatments are often of benefit the patient (e.g use of emollients and topical steroids), but many patients have complex disease and can present with more than one condition so careful assessment and individualised management is essential. Understanding of when to refer onwards to a vulval specialist service is important to optimize clinical outcomes. Clinical outcomes to consider for all patients with vulval skin disease should include 1) A reduction in symptoms (eg less itch, fewer flare-ups), 2) An improvement in function (eg sexual function, mobility), 3) Increased confidence in self-management (eg management of flare-ups and self-examination).

Citation

Simpson, R., & Nunns, D. (2017). Skin diseases affecting the vulva. Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine, 27(3), 77-85. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ogrm.2016.12.007

Journal Article Type Article
Acceptance Date Oct 1, 2016
Online Publication Date Feb 21, 2017
Publication Date 2017-03
Deposit Date Jan 13, 2017
Publicly Available Date Feb 21, 2017
Journal Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Reproductive Medicine
Print ISSN 1751-7214
Electronic ISSN 1879-3622
Publisher Elsevier
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 27
Issue 3
Pages 77-85
DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ogrm.2016.12.007
Keywords lichen planus, lichen sclerosus, lichen simplex, psoriasis, vulva, vulval eczema (dermatitis), vulvovaginal candidiasis
Public URL https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/970429
Publisher URL http://www.obstetrics-gynaecology-journal.com/article/S1751-7214(16)30251-2/abstract
Contract Date Jan 13, 2017

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