Disorders of the vagina and vulva include a spectrum of lesions that may be benign, precancerous or, more rarely, malignant. Many of these are associated with infection by the human papillomavirus (HPV) and require specialised clinical and colposcopic assessment.
Vaginal and vulvar conditions are often underdiagnosed, as symptoms may be mild or non-specific.
Colposcopic examination by a specialised clinician ensures early diagnosis and appropriate guidance of the patient, aiming at safe and effective management.