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How does psoriasis affect the vulva?
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Women's Health Queensland Wide provides free health information for Queensland women. View Profile
Women with psoriasis of the vulva often have the skin condition elsewhere on their body. Psoriasis is an immune system disorder. Symptoms include scaly, red plaques (although on the vulva these are generally less well defined than on other areas of the body). Other signs which may point to psoriasis include nail pitting, scalp scaling and a family history of the condition. Treatment includes the use of topical steroids and a low dose coal tar cream.
From the Women's Health Vulval Conditions fact sheet.
For more information Queensland women can call the Health Information on 3839 9988 or 1800 017 676 (toll free outside Brisbane). Please note that all health information provided by Women’s Health Queensland Wide is subject to this disclaimer.
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