However, a specialist can make a clinical diagnosis if there are active signs of lichen sclerosus and the symptoms match
It is due to inflammation and other skin changes in the affected area
People who have a vulva can include women, trans men and people assigned female at birth
Vulvar lichen sclerosus causes light-colored, itchy patches of skin on the vulva
There are two peaks of incidence: one in adult females, and the other in young girls
have Lichen Sclerosus
It can develop on any skin surface, but in women it most commonly occurs near
Anatomical changes with resorption of the labia minora and fusion of the clitoral hood can occur
discomfort
Because the Occasionally, erections are painful, and the urethra (the tube through which urine flows) can become narrow or obstructed, leading to burning or pain during urination, and even bleeding during intercourse
Many people with Lichen Sclerosus worry that long-term use of topical steroids will thin their skin and cause damage
For example, a urogynecologist/urologist can diagnose and treat lichen sclerosus