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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Common physical examination findings of vulvar cancer include vulvar [[ulcer]]s, mass, and [[inguinal]] [[lymphadenopathy]]. | |||
==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== | ||
===Pelvic exam=== | ===Pelvic exam=== | ||
* Inguinal [[lymphadenopathy]] | * [[Inguinal]] [[lymphadenopathy]] | ||
* Examination of the [[vulva]] may reveal: | * Examination of the [[vulva]] may reveal: | ||
*[[Ulcer]]ation | *[[Ulcer]]ation | ||
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* Tenderness in the vulva | * Tenderness in the vulva | ||
* Lichenification of vulvar skin | * Lichenification of vulvar skin | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist|2}} | {{Reflist|2}} | ||
[[Category:Types of cancer]] | [[Category:Types of cancer]] | ||
[[Category:Gynecology]] | [[Category:Gynecology]] | ||
Revision as of 10:56, 2 October 2015
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Monalisa Dmello, M.B,B.S., M.D. [2]
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Overview
Common physical examination findings of vulvar cancer include vulvar ulcers, mass, and inguinal lymphadenopathy.
Physical Examination
Pelvic exam
- Inguinal lymphadenopathy
- Examination of the vulva may reveal:
- Ulceration
- Mass on the vulva
- Tenderness in the vulva
- Lichenification of vulvar skin