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Lichen Sclerosus - Vulvovaginal Disorders LS results in inflammation, marked hypopigmentation, tissue thinning, areas of thickening and hyperplasia and scarring Predominant color changes in the skin are white and red
Vulvar lichen sclerosus: Management - UpToDate Vulvar LS can cause hypopigmentation, atrophy, and fissuring on anogenital skin and can be associated with intense pruritus or pain (picture 1A-D) Untreated vulvar LS may result in adhesions, scarring, and a loss of vulvar architecture
Lichen Sclerosus—A Call for an Evidence-Based Approach Genital lichen sclerosus (LS) is a rare chronic inflammatory condition primarily affecting the vulva after menopause LS can have a profound impact on quality of life, as patients with vulvar involvement typically experience pruritus or dyspareunia, and in untreated or undertreated cases, patients
EMAS clinical guide: Vulvar lichen sclerosus in peri and postmenopausal . . . While women should be encouraged to examine their vulva for any changes this may be difficult or impossible in the elderly with co-morbidities, hence careful inspection of the external and internal genitalia is recommended during every gynecologic con-sultation, particularly in postmenopausal women
Menopause, skin and common dermatosis. Part 3: genital disorders This review summarizes the effects of menopause on the vulva, including the specific changes associated with GSM, and giving an overview of the management of GMS, along with a discussion of other dermatoses affecting the vulva
Vulval lichen sclerosus and menopause ‘Patients should not hesitate to consult a healthcare professional if they notice any changes in their vulva, as prompt intervention can significantly improve their quality of life ’
Lichen Sclerosus - The Menopause Center The effect of Lichen Sclerosus on the labia minora (inner lips) and majora (outer lips) of the vulva is a change in architecture These two distinct structures often fuse together and shrink, changing the appearance of the vulva
Lichen Sclerosus: Why Do Most Women Struggle With Their Diagnosis? Lastly, changes in the appearance of the genital area, such as discolouration, loss of labia minora, and adhesion of the clitoris to surrounding tissues can lead to lower sex drive, concerns about loss of desirability to a partner, and performance anxiety