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lichen sclerosus

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[lahy-kuhn-skli-roh-suhs] / ˈlaɪ kən sklɪˈroʊ səs /

noun

Pathology. a chronic skin condition most commonly affecting the genital and anal areas, especially in postmenopausal women, in which thin, whitish patches of skin may become fragile, sclerotic, or itchy.

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Doctors told her she was "too young" to have lichen sclerosus.

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026

Monica believes there should be more support for those with lichen sclerosus.

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026

According to Runels, the results of the study suggest that PRP injections decrease inflammation in women with vulvar lichen sclerosus.

From The Guardian ● Sep. 15, 2016

Gunter countered that the dermatological issues associated with lichen sclerosus were categorically separate from sexual function.

From The Guardian ● Sep. 15, 2016

It should always be discussed with a health care provider to ensure that it does not represent any serious health problems that could also make intercourse painful, like lichen sclerosus.

From New York Times ● Nov. 28, 2012

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