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I am pregnant, doctor said i may have vulva leukoplakia. what affects does it have on my baby? will it be cancer? what do i need to do?

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Dr. Sewa Legha answered

It is not Cancer: Leucoplakia is a chronic skin condition which can on rare occasions lead to cancer. So it does need to be monitored and treated but not immediately. There is no risk to your baby

Dr Webster and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/14/2013

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A member asked:

I am pregnant, doctor said i may have vulva leukoplakia. what affects does it have on my baby? will it be cancer? what do i need to do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sewa Legha answered

Dr Webster and another doctor agreed

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