In 2022 I had an operation for vin3 vulva pre cancer cells, all has been good until my last check up 20/5/2024 when I was told I needed another operation I was so shocked I left without asking the queastion. It will be exactly 2wks for my operation
I'm sorry you need to have further surgery for VIN. I imagine this must have come as quite a shock for you.
The main treatment for VIN is usually a small operation to remove the affected area from the vulva. This is called a wide local excision. A further wide local excision may now be needed. But if the VIN is affecting a large area, the surgeon may need to do an operation called a skinning vulvectomy. This means removing the skin over a large area. If the abnormal cells are only on the vulval surface, it is possible to remove only the skin and leave the healthy tissue underneath.
We have information on our website on VIN and how it may be treated
You may find it helpful to get in touch again with your specialist team. They are really better placed to advise you further on this as they are familiar with all your medical details. If you have a specialist nurse (CNS) involved in your care then perhaps they can provide you with further information. You often have to call and leave them a message and they will get back to you.
I hope this is of some use. Give us a ring if you would like to talk things over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.
