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Vulvar skin issues Self-Assessment

A brief, private assessment to understand what is happening with your vulvar skin, how it connects to hormonal changes, and what help is available.

2 min6 questionsFree & private

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Understanding Your Vulvar Skin Changes

A brief, private assessment to understand what is happening with your vulvar skin, how it connects to hormonal changes, and what help is available.

Your severity level — mild, moderate, or significant
What’s driving YOUR vulvar skin issues specifically
A personalized next step from Dr. Wellls

1,324 women got their profile this month

Free · 5 min · 100% private

This is not a clinical assessment. For medical concerns, consult a healthcare provider.

About This Assessment

Informed by AUA/SUFU/AUGS 2025 joint clinical guideline for GSM and the S3 European Guideline on vulvar lichen sclerosus

This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. Vulvar skin conditions require clinical examination for accurate diagnosis. If you notice white patches, persistent itching, or skin changes that do not resolve, see a GP or vulvar dermatologist. Early diagnosis improves outcomes significantly.

Understanding Your Score

Early Vulvar Skin Changes(Score 1-3)

Your symptoms are in the early stages. In perimenopause, the vulvar epithelium can thin from 20-30 cell layers to as few as 3-4. That is a dramatic change, and even mild symptoms are worth addressing

Moderate Vulvar Skin Impact(Score 4-6)

Your symptoms are affecting your comfort, your confidence, and potentially your intimate life. Between 40 and 90 percent of postmenopausal women develop GSM, but only 7 percent receive treatment. You

Significant Vulvar Skin Concern(Score 7-10)

What you are experiencing deserves urgent clinical attention. At this level, the symptoms are significantly impacting your quality of life, and there is a real possibility that a specific, treatable c

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this vulvar skin issues self-assessment measure?

This vulvar skin issues self-assessment uses 6 evidence-based questions to assess the severity and impact of vulvar skin issues on your daily life. It evaluates multiple dimensions including symptom frequency, intensity, and how they affect your wellbeing.

How accurate is this vulvar skin issues self-assessment?

This screening tool is based on peer-reviewed research and clinical frameworks. While it provides a reliable indication of severity, it is not a diagnostic tool. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified healthcare provider.

Is this a medical diagnosis?

No. This is a screening tool, not a diagnosis. It provides an indication of vulvar skin issues severity that you can discuss with your healthcare provider. For clinical diagnosis, consult a qualified medical professional. You can bring your results to your next doctor visit as a conversation starter.

How long does this vulvar skin issues self-assessment take?

This assessment takes approximately 2 minutes to complete. It contains 6 evidence-based questions. Your results are immediate, private, and include personalized recommendations.

What should I do with my results?

Your results include a severity score and personalized recommendations. We suggest: (1) reviewing your score and what it means, (2) reading our in-depth article about vulvar skin issues at wellls.com/problems/vulvar-skin-issues, (3) discussing your results with a healthcare provider, and (4) exploring our evidence-based lifestyle medicine recommendations for managing vulvar skin issues.

Read the full vulvar skin issues article

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This self-assessment is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or qualified health provider with any questions about a medical condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or text HOME to 741741 (Crisis Text Line).