NASPAG Clinical Consensus on Non-sexually Acquired Genital Ulcers (Vulvar Aphthous Ulcers)

Abstract

The objective of this document is to provide guidance on the recognition, diagnosis and management of non-sexually acquired genital ulcers in the pediatric and adolescent patient. Commonly known as genital or vulvar aphthous ulcers, lesions are typically seen in the peri-menarchal population, are exquisitely painful, generally self-limited and managed with supportive care. Details of ulcer physical appearance, proposed etiology and options for management are provided to familiarize clinicians with this entity, which can be alarming for patients and families.

Keywords: Acute genital ulcer (AGU); Aphthous ulcer; Lipschutz ulcer; non-sexually acquired genital ulcer (NSGU); vulvar ulcer.