A woman's hormone levels, such as estrogen levels, can affect the production of the pigment melanin, which can result in the darkening of the skin in sensitive areas such as the vulva. During pregnancy, hormonal changes are more pronounced, which causes the vulva to have dark brown patches or spots. In addition, friction, inflammation, and other conditions can lead to hyperpigmentation of the vulva.
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Is it normal to have brown patches on the vulva?
Query: Hi doctor, I have brown patches around my vulva. They have been there as far as I can remember. But my new partner has brought them to my attention. Is this normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. If the patches have been there for as long as you remember and have not been growing in size or not spreading as satellites to the adjacent area, they are pigmentation likely since birth and similar to naevus on skin. However, if it has been... Read Full »
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