Vulval aphthosis

Description

Vulval aphthae are vulval ulcers not attributable to infection or other identifiable cause. They typically occur on the medial aspects of the labia minora in young females (second decade of life). They may be associated with fever and malaise or with oral aphthae.

Exclusions from above levels

• 01 – Certain infectious or parasitic diseases
• 05 – Endocrine, nutritional or metabolic diseases
• 18 – Complications of pregnancy, childbirth and the puerperium