Recurrent vulvar cancer is cancer that has recurred (come back) after it has been treated. The cancer may come back in the vulva or in other parts of the body.

Glossary Terms

Cancer that has recurred (come back), usually after a period of time during which the cancer could not be detected. The cancer may come back to the same place as the original (primary) tumor or to another place in the body. Also called recurrence.

The external female genital organs, including the clitoris, vaginal lips, and the opening to the vagina.

Cancer of the vulva (the external female genital organs, including the clitoris, vaginal lips, and the opening to the vagina).