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Vulvar Cancer Diagnosis – Informational Resource
Vulvar Cancer Information
Diagnosis
If there are symptoms, a doctor may do certain tests in diagnosing vulvar cancer, usually beginning by looking at the vulva and feeling for any lumps. The doctor may then go on to cut out a small piece of tissue (called a biopsy) from the vulva and look at it under a microscope. A patient will be given some medicine to numb the area when the biopsy is done. Some pressure may be felt, but usually with no pain. This test is often done in a doctor's office.
