Vulval cancer

Vulval cancer is when abnormal cells in the vulva start to divide and grow in an uncontrolled way.

Vulval intraepithelial neoplasia (VIN) is a skin condition of the vulva. Find out about symptoms and treatment options.

Not everyone diagnosed with vulval cancer will have symptoms. Things to look out for include an open sore or lesion in the vulva. 

You usually start by seeing your GP. They ask about your symptoms and examine you. Your GP then decides whether to refer you to a specialist.

Survival for vulval cancer depends on several factors including the age at the time of diagnosis and the type of vulval cancer.

Your treatment depends on a number of factors. Surgery is the most common treatment for vulval cancer. 

Get information about how doctors stage and grade vulval cancer. In the UK, doctors stage vulval cancer according to the FIGO system. 

Find out about the latest UK research looking at cancer of the vulva.

It is important for you to have access to emotional support and information when coping with vulval cancer.

We don’t know what causes all vulval cancers. But there are some factors that may increase your risk of developing it.