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Understanding Vulvar Cancer Diagnosis: What to Expect   created at May 05, 2009   97   Vulvar cancer is diagnosed through a combination of methods,typically starting with a thorough physical examination of the vulva,including visual inspection and palpation.Biopsy,which involves removing a small tissue sample for microscopic analysis,is cruc...

Exploring Three Vulvar Cancer Treatments   created at May 05, 2009   110   Three common treatments for vulvar cancer include surgery,which may involve removing the cancerous tissue,lymph nodes,or even the vulva depending on the stage and location of the cancer; radiation therapy,using high-energy beams to kill cancer cells and sh...

Understanding Vulvar Cancer Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention   created at May 05, 2009   508   Vulvar cancer, although rare, requires vigilant attention to detect early signs for prompt intervention. If you're experiencing any of the following symptoms, it's imperative to consult a healthcare professional:Vulvar Mass or Lump: Any unusual growth or l...

Unveiling the Link: Human Papillomas (HPV Infection) as Risk Factors for Vulvar Cancer   created at May 05, 2009   98   Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection has emerged as a significant contributor to vulvar cancer, accounting for approximately 30 to 50 percent of cases. The intricate connection lies in the diverse group of over 70 viruses known as papilloma viruses, aptly ...

Understanding Vulvar Cancer - A Rare But Important Concern for Women   created at May 05, 2009   89   Vulvar cancer, though rare, is a critical health concern that warrants attention and understanding. This form of cancer affects the outer part of a woman’s vagina, known as the vulva, which plays a crucial role in reproductive health.Comprising only 3 to ...

Unveiling the Causes and Risks of Vulvar Cancer   created at May 05, 2009   73   Vulvar cancer, a rare but serious condition, perplexes medical researchers in its origin. While pinpointing exact causes remains elusive, studies have illuminated several factors heightening a woman's susceptibility to this disease.One notable contributor ...

Understanding Age as a Risk Factor for Vulvar Cancer   created at May 05, 2009   93   Age is an undeniable factor when it comes to assessing the risk of developing vulvar cancer. Statistics reveal a significant correlation between age and the incidence of this form of cancer. According to recent findings, a staggering three-fourths of women...

Understanding the Potential Side Effects of Vulvar Cancer Treatment   created at May 05, 2009   81   Facing a diagnosis of vulvar cancer can be overwhelming, compounded by the uncertainties of treatment and its potential side effects. While the primary goal of therapy is to target cancerous cells, it's challenging to avoid affecting healthy tissues entire...

Are there clinical trials available for vulvar cancer?   created at May 05, 2009   70   Yes. For some vulvar cancer patients, treatment may involve a clinical trial. Clinical trials are studies conducted with the consent of patients to evaluate a new treatment. Speak with your doctor.

Will I be able to adjust to this disease well?   created at May 05, 2009   55   Each cancer survivor’s recovery is different, and a person’s adjustment after cancer treatment depends on a number of factors. Vulvar cancer can cause major life changes in its survivors. Treatments often affect a woman’s ability to have intercourse and...

Side effects of vulvar cancer chemotherapy   created at May 05, 2009   55   Chemotherapy is the use of anticancer drugs to fight the disease. Chemotherapy is a systemic therapy, which means the anticancer drugs travel through the bloodstream, reaching all parts of the body. In general, chemotherapy drugs affect rapidly dividing ce...

Radiation therapy side effects of vulvar cancer   created at May 05, 2009   88   Radiation therapy is delivered by exposing cancer cells to high-energy rays or particles to destroy them. The most common method of radiation therapy is known as external beam radiation or teletherapy. With this method, a beam from a machine outside the bo...

Side effects of vulvar cancer surgery   created at May 05, 2009   80   The consequences of curative surgery can be psychologically devastating, as vulvar surgery can result in lifelong anatomic alterations. Sexual dysfunction is common because of loss of clitoris in some clinical situations and in general because of alteratio...

Questions a woman may want to ask her doctor before treatment begins for vulvar cancer   created at May 05, 2009   60   Here are some questions a woman may want to ask her doctor before treatment begins: What is my diagnosis? What is the stage of the disease? What are my treatment choices? Which do you recommend for me? Why? What are the chances that the treatment will be s...

Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia as risk factors for vulvar cancer   created at May 05, 2009   62   Women with VIN have an increased risk of progression to invasive vulvar cancer. Although most cases of VIN never progress to cancer, it is not possible to tell which will, so treatment and / or close medical follow-up are needed.

Tobacco as risk factors for vulvar cancer   created at May 05, 2009   78   Smoking exposes the body to many cancer-causing chemicals that affect more than the lungs. These harmful substances can be absorbed into the lining of the lungs and spread throughout the body. Among women who have a history of genital warts, smoking furthe...