Vaginal Intraepithelial Neoplasia

When a gynecological checkup detects changes in the cells of the vagina, their follow-up falls to the OB-GYN; one of these findings is vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia.

Vaginal intraepithelial neoplasia is a change in the cells of the surface layer of the vagina that is considered a precursor lesion, monitored because of its relationship to the health of the tissue, and that does not correspond to an established cancer.

How is it detected? It is usually identified during routine gynecological tests, since it often does not produce obvious discomfort in its early stages.

When to see a doctor? Regular gynecological checkups are the main way to detect and follow up on this type of change. Keeping up follow-up with the OB-GYN makes it possible to monitor the lesion in a timely manner.