The most common initial symptoms of vulval cancer are:
- a persistent itch in the vulva
- the development of a lump, swelling or mass in the vulva; in most cases this will be on or near one of your labia
- raised and thickened patches of skin that can have a red, white or black appearance
- bleeding from your vulva or releasing a blood-stained discharge unrelated to menstruation
- a mole on the vulva that changes shape or colour
- a general sense of pain and discomfort in your vulva
When to seek medical advice
Contact your GP if you happen to experience any of the symptoms listed above.
While it is highly unlikely to be the result of vulval cancer, these types of symptoms require further investigation.
