Understanding Vulvar Cancer Diagnosis: What to Expectcreated at May 05, 2009Vulvar 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 Treatmentscreated at May 05, 2009Three 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 the Potential Side Effects of Vulvar Cancer Treatmentcreated at May 05, 2009Facing 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... |
Side effects of vulvar cancer surgerycreated at May 05, 2009The 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... |