What are the pain symptoms of vulvar psoriasis?
Vulvar psoriasis can be quite uncomfortable and even painful. It's more common than many people realize — up to two-thirds of people with psoriasis experience genital symptoms at some point.
Common symptoms in the vulvar area can include:
- Red, silvery, or grayish patches Show Full Answer
What are the pain symptoms of vulvar psoriasis?
Vulvar psoriasis can be quite uncomfortable and even painful. It's more common than many people realize — up to two-thirds of people with psoriasis experience genital symptoms at some point.
Common symptoms in the vulvar area can include:
- Red, silvery, or grayish patches or plaques outside the vagina or in skin folds
- Itching, burning, or soreness
- Cracked or ulcerated skin
- Smooth, shiny patches
- Pain during intimacy
As one MyPsoriasisTeam member shared, "I'm so tired of having genital psoriasis. I haven't been able to be intimate with my husband without pain in four years!" Because vulvar psoriasis can look similar to other conditions like yeast infections or allergic reactions, getting an accurate diagnosis from a dermatologist is really important. They may recommend a skin biopsy to confirm it.
Don't be embarrassed to bring it up with your doctor — you deserve proper treatment and relief. There are options available, though some standard psoriasis treatments may need to be adjusted for sensitive skin in that area.
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