Several medical conditions can affect the external genitalia, including infections, skin disorders, and anatomical variations. Common conditions include:
- Vulvovaginitis: Inflammation of the vulva and vagina, often caused by infections, irritants, or allergies. - Lichen sclerosus: A chronic skin condition that causes thinning and whitening of the vulvar skin. - Bartholin's cyst: A fluid-filled cyst that forms when the Bartholin's gland duct is blocked. - Vulvar cancer: A rare cancer that can affect any part of the external genitalia.
