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Differentiated VIN

Lolliepops
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Hi my first biopsy showed that I have differentiated vin due to lichen sclerosis have had another biopsy shows no malignancy but some reactive changes what does this mean please I am waiting to go back to see consultant but it’s 9 weeks away last time they told me to read up on surgery as could be next steps any information would be great thank you 

  • Hello Lollipops, and thank you for posting. I'm sorry you are having these concerns about recent biopsies. 

    VIN  cells are abnormal cells found in the vulva that could, if not treated, become cancer cells. 'Reactive changes' means that the cells look abnormal when seen through a microscope. This abnormal appearance could be due to several things like inflammation or infection, but it also does not mean that there are cancer cells.  

    The presence of lichen sclerosis in your vulva, which the first biopsy showed, can cause the cells to be inflamed.

    We have information on VIN surgery on our website if helpful for you to read up on before your appointment.

    Take care Lollipop and hopefully you will have a plan soon. If you find it useful to give our nurse helpline a call ring Freephone 0808 800 4040, the lines are open from 9am till 5pm, Monday to Friday.

    Sarah.

  • Offline in reply to CRUK Nurse Sarah

    Thank you Sarah you have been most helpful and I will read up on surgery. 

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