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Vulvar Cancer

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Vulvar Cancer Complications

Complications of vulvar cancer include:

Anemia
Skin abscess on the vulva
Cellulitis
Pain during intercourse
Spread of the cancer to other organs

Side effects of radiation therapy include:

Skin burns
Confusion (with radiation to the brain)
Difficulty swallowing
Fatigue
Hair loss
Headaches (with radiation to the brain)
Nausea and vomiting
Other cancers
Rashes and other skin changes (discoloration)
Weight loss

Side effects of chemotherapy include:

Anorexia
Bone marrow damage
Constipation and diarrhea
Hair loss
Increased risk of infection
Mouth sores (mucositis)
Nausea and vomiting
Weakness or fatigue

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Last Updated: Aug 29, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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