I am newly diagnosed Jan 2024 with Lichen Sclerous age 40, my gynaecologist advised to use ClobaDerm for two months then stop. I’m currently getting more split/sores appearing daily and tears at the fourcette. I am only using the hydromol ointment now. Do I require steroids as this is considered a f...

There is no history of autoimmune disorders in my family so could my LS have been triggered by overgranulation and trauma of Fenton’s procedure that left further scarring? Thank you - Eileen

I seem to get less than 5 weeks into my treatment (Dermovate nightly 4 weeks then every other night) before my skin 'breaks down' purple/red and looks like sores and just as itchy. Should I continue to use Dermovate now or wait for the skin to heal a little? Is it ok to put Hydromol ointment & V...

Hi I am concerned about the treatment I use for my LS I have a prolapsed bowel in my vagina and the steroid is making my bowel irritable am getting gripping pains in my stomach and then flying to the toilet. Can it damage my bowel with the treatment or the LS. Thanks. Jean

How much is stress a factor in getting lichen sclerosus thank you - Jane.

How do you treat clitoral atrophy? Is it related to lichen sclerosis?
My clitoris became flat (not fused) and less sensitive to stimulation. I was using estrogen, but it became even worse.
thanks - Yul

Hi guys, I have a problem and maybe someone can help me here. The problem has been going on for more than half a year now, so I'll just try to mention the points that are relevant to me. Since October 2023, I've been experiencing a strange feeling in my hands and arms, especially when I've been play...

Hi, My question is….. I have been treated for VIN 2 & 3 with several excisions/biopsies/aldara. Initial biopsy showed no lichen sclerosis. In the last few months, symptoms have worsened and the gynaecologist thinks it is now lichen sclerosis. I have been treated for 3 months With clobetasol, wit...

I was diagnosed last year. I have a flare at the moment which has lasted ten weeks and not getting better. Is this normal? I am using Dermovate every night.
Thank you. Lorna

I am undergoing a trial of the strong steroid ointment as my GP thinks I may have LS. My concern is that if it’s not LS and I am applying a strong steroid might this cause thinning of the vulva? Thank you.
Sonia