Lichen Sclerosus Center - Bradenton, FL
Bradenton Dermatologist Doctors for Lichen SclerosusType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Bradenton * Ted F Kadivar MD PA  John A Cottam MD  Riverside Medical Center  Peter J Mattina Jr. MD  Jeffrey S Beard MD  Philip M Catalano MD  John W Demetree MD PA  Susan H Weinkle MD  Manatee Dermatology  Manatee Dermatology  University Park Dermatology  University Park Dermatology  Skin Smart Dermatology  First Physicians Group University Parkway  Dermatology at Lakewood Ranch  David M Bracciano MD  J Kent Bartruff MD PA  S Mark Burnett MD  Isaac Zamora MD  Skin Cancer Specialists  Alfred D Hernandez MD  Dermatology & Skin Surgical Center of Sarasota  Leonard Slazinski MD  Center for Sight  Center for Skin Wellness  Abrams Dermatology  O'Donoghue Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of Sarasota  William Elstein MD  Intercoastal Dermatology  American Dermatology Associates  Intercoastal Dermatology  Skin Cancer Specialist Inc  Milam and Bogart Dermatology  Milam and Bogart Dermatology  Institute For Advanced Medicine  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  Christopher G Nelson MD PA  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  John F Kirk MD  Robert R Tawil MD  Caruso & Oriba MDs  Arnold E Ison MD  Visage Dermatology  Caruso & Oriba MDs  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Bonita Drake MD  Sarasota Skin & Cancer Center  J Cedric Thornton MD  Gary L Heller DO  Melanie R Haynes MD  Dermatology Clinic  Dermatology Clinic  Hobart K Richey MD  Mahoney Dermatology Specialists PA  Monica L Walker MD  Monica L Walker MD  Monica L Walker MD  Steven J Wasserman MD  Henry E Wiley III MD PA  Luis T Menendez MD  South Tampa Dermatology  Kathleen Leber MD  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  C Lance Kane MD & Dirk W Suringa MD  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  C Lance Kane MD & Dirk W Suringa MD  Castellano Specialty Center  Colorado Health & Youth LLC  Dermatology Health Care  Coast Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Diagnostic Clinic Countryside Clearwater  Caban Skin Institute  Brandon Dermatology  Michael A Scannon MD  John L Millns Jr. MD PA  John L Millns Jr. MD PA  Michael A Scannon MD  Michael A Scannon MD  David H Nathan MD  Donald W Taylor MD  Academic Alliance in Dermatology  George Pavlidakey MD  Phyllis K Murphy MD  Sam Stieglitz MD  Clearwater Dermatology  Clearwater Dermatology  Teresa P Brandt MD  Bay Dermatology  Teresa P Brandt MD  Nancy Simons Ling MD PA  Prakit Jeerapaet MD  Countryside Dermatology & Laser Center  Suncoast Skin Solutions Inc Bradenton, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-09
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Lichen SclerosusRead the Lichen Sclerosus article » What is lichen sclerosus?Lichen sclerosus is a long-term problem of the skin. It mostly affects the genital and anal areas. Sometimes, lichen sclerosus appears on the upper body, breasts, and upper arms. Who gets lichen sclerosus?Lichen sclerosus appears in:
What are the symptoms?Early in the disease, small white spots appear on the skin. The spots are usually shiny and smooth. Later, the spots grow into bigger patches. The skin on the patches becomes thin and crinkled. Then the skin tears easily, and bright red or purple bruises are common. Sometimes, the skin becomes scarred. If the disease is a mild case, there may be no symptoms. Other symptoms are:
What causes lichen sclerosus?Doctors don't know the exact cause of lichen sclerosus. Some doctors think a too active immune system and hormone problems may play a role. It is also thought that people inherit the likelihood of getting the disease. Sometimes, lichen sclerosus appears on skin that has been damaged or scarred from some other previous injury. Lichen sclerosus is not contagious (it can't be caught from another person). How is it diagnosed?Doctors can look at severe lichen sclerosus and know what it is. But usually, a doctor takes a small piece of the skin patch (biopsy) and looks at it under a microscope. This allows doctors to make sure that it is not a different disease. How is it treated?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 i... Recommended Reading Related to Lichen SclerosusWhat is yeast?Yeast is a fungus scientifically referred to as Candida. The specific type of fungus most commonly responsible for vaginitis is Candida albicans. Yeast is commonly present on normal human skin and in areas of moisture, such as the mouth and vagina. In fact, it is estimated that between 20%-50% of healthy women normally carry yeast in the vaginal area.
What is vaginitis?Vaginitis is inflammation of the vagina. Vaginitis is very common and is reported by as many as 75% of women at some point in their lives. Vaginitis can be caused by a number of infections, including bacteria (such as Gardnerella and gonorrhea), protozoans (such as trichomonas), and yeast (Candida). Vaginal yeast infection, which is the most common form of vaginitis, is often referred to as vaginal Candidiasis.
What is vulvitis?Vulvitis is inflammation of the external ... Other Related Lichen Sclerosus ArticlesEmergency Contact for Bradenton
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Itching
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