Question 1

do i need a treatment for lichen sclerosis?

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Maybe: If you have patches on the arms or upper body, they usually don't need treatment. The patches go away over time.

Lichen sclerosus of the genital skin should be treated. Even if it isn't painful or itchy, the patches can scar. This can cause problems with urination or sex. There is also a very small chance that skin cancer may develop in the patches.

Question 2

i have lichen sclerosis, my treatment from the doctors doesn't seem to be working, how can i get rid of it?

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Lichen Sclerosis : Ls&a (lichen sclerosis et atrophicus) is generally treated in the short run using high potency topical steroids such as clobetasol ointment. Protopic ointment is often used as an alternative to topical steroids for long term management. Consult a dermatologist to confirm the diagnosis and for further management.

Question 3

what are differential diagnoses for lichen sclerosis without white spots?and alternative treatment methods for lichen sclerosis? allergic to dermovate

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Diagnosis: Lichen sclerosis is a diagnosis. Differential diagnoses are the possible diagnoses for a set of symptoms. To give you a differential diagnosis we would need to know your symptoms. The definitive diagnosis of lichen sclerosis is made by biopsy. Hope this helps.

Question 4

im getin circumcised in 24 days 4 treatment of lichen sclerosis. heres the issue, ive developed a case of penile mondors disease(large varicose veins on my penis). is it dangerous 4 surgery in this state? i cant wait as the ls is getting worse by day?

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: Your surgeon should be able to address the varicose veins. Let him/her figure out if the procedure needs to be postponed.
Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.
Get HPV and Covid vaccines. Wish you good health!

Question 5

is there something natural available to relieve and preferably cure lichen sclerosis? i'm not interested in allopathic drugs.
i'm hoping for something natural to ease the discomfort when my skin tears or gets itchy sours and my dream come true would be so

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Unfortunately, : Unfortunately,  I am not aware of any natural remedies for lichen sclerosis.  Also lichen sclerosis is a diagnosis that needs to be made by a health care professional by doing a biopsy of the area.  It is important to make sure that there aren't other potential causes such as vaginal cancer although it is quite uncommon.  Lichen sclerosis can be treated with a topical corticosteroid but one that has a stronger potency that the corticosteroids found over the counter at the pharmacy.  After treatment for 4-6 weeks you will only need to apply it to the area 1-2 times weekly to maintain the improvement.  Vaginal estrogen can help the symptoms too.  It is possible that natural remedies such phytoestrogen supplements used for menopause may be helpful but i don't think that has been studied.  Clobestasol is the name of the corticosteroid that can be used to treat lichen sclerosis.  If you find something natural that works please do post on the bulletin board.

Question 6

i'm diagnosed with lichen sclerosis, please advise?

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Need more : Information's. Please this web site http://www.Niams.Nih.Gov/health_info/lichen_sclerosus/default.Asp#5.

Question 7

how does aquaphor work in lichen sclerosis?

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Lichen sclerosis: Aquaphor most likely would not cause any harm but is generally not used in the treatment of lichen sclerosis.

Question 8

is it okay for people with lichen sclerosis to have intercourse?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The problem is not infectious.  However, it sometimes makes the vulvar skin susceptible to small lacerations.

Question 9

is there any ongoing research for lichen sclerosis and lichen planus?

Accepted Answer

Research: Specialists in dermatology and gynecology have the most experience in these skin disorders. I suspect they would be aware of centers which conduct research and have special expertise in these disorders.

Question 10

i have aggressively treated lichen sclerosis 26 years. why would i now develop vin2?

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That's always : A possibility with Lichen Sclerosis.

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I have lichen sclerosis, my treatment from the doctors doesn't seem to be working, how can i get rid of it?

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What are differential diagnoses for lichen sclerosis without white spots?and alternative treatment methods for lichen sclerosis? allergic to dermovate

A member asked:

Im getin circumcised in 24 days 4 treatment of lichen sclerosis. heres the issue, ive developed a case of penile mondors disease(large varicose veins on my penis). is it dangerous 4 surgery in this state? i cant wait as the ls is getting worse by day?

A member asked:

Is there something natural available to relieve and preferably cure lichen sclerosis? i'm not interested in allopathic drugs. i'm hoping for something natural to ease the discomfort when my skin tears or gets itchy sours and my dream come true would be so

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I'm diagnosed with lichen sclerosis, please advise?

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How does aquaphor work in lichen sclerosis?

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Is it okay for people with lichen sclerosis to have intercourse?

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Is there any ongoing research for lichen sclerosis and lichen planus?

A member asked:

I have aggressively treated lichen sclerosis 26 years. why would i now develop vin2?

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