Lichen Sclerosus Center - Ellicott City, MD
Ellicott City 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 Ellicott City * Frederick N Pearson MD  Carolyn J Pass MD  Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care  Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care  Dermatology & Advanced Skin Care  Thuy V Nguyen MD  Allison Linquist MD  David Strobel MD  Columbia Dermatology Center  Melanie L Adams MD PA  Anita L Henderson MD  Jeffrey G Middleton MD  William Dvorine MD  Mitchell Klapper MD  Emanuel H Silverstein MD PA  Larry H Gaston MD  Barbara K Honig  Barbara K Honig  Thomas B Day MD  Clinical Associates PA Pikesville  Risa Jampel MD PA  Irving D Wolfe MD  Dermatology Laser Center  Ciro R Martins MD  University of Maryland Dermatology  University of Maryland Dermatology  University of Maryland Dermatology  University of Maryland Dermatology  University of Maryland Dermatology  University of Maryland Dermatology  Joseph W Burnett MD  Clinical Associates PA Reisterstown  Clinical Associates PA Reisterstown  Mercy Medical Center Dermatology  Mercy Medical Center Dermatology  Lawrence R Feldman MD  Charlotte Modly MD  Regina Anderson MD  Monte S Meltzer MD  Warwick L Morison MD  Warwick L Morison MD  Johns Hopkins Outpatient Dermatology  Bonnie S Epstein MD  Cylburn E Soden MD  Anne Arundel Dermatology PA  Anne Arundel Dermatology PA  Anne Arundel Dermatology PA  Anne Arundel Dermatology PA  William G Brown Dermatology Associates LLC  William G Brown Dermatology Associates LLC  Johns Hopkins Outpatient Dermatology  Johns Hopkins Outpatient Dermatology  Herbert L Kronthal MD  Albert K Wong MD  Johns Hopkins Outpatient Dermatology  Mark H Lowitt MD LLC  Johns Hopkins Outpatient Dermatology  Gerald W Newman MD LLC  Stephen R Damm MD  Clinical Associates PA Towson  Drs Simmons-O'Brien & Orlinsky LLC  Drs Simmons-O'Brien & Orlinsky LLC  M Eugene Tudino MD  Stanley J Miller MD  Michael Radowsky MD  John Skouge MD PA  Bruce E Beacham MD  Robinson & Max Dermatology PA  Robinson & Max Dermatology PA  Saif U Syed MD  Clinical Associates PA Towson  Clinical Associates PA Towson  Israel S Eckman MD  Maryland Laser Skin & Vein Institute  Maryland Laser Skin & Vein Institute  Maryland Laser Skin & Vein Institute  Maryland Laser Skin & Vein Institute  Anne Arundel Dermatology PA  Anne Arundel Dermatology PA  Anne Arundel Dermatology PA  Greater Washington Dermatology  Center for Dermatology & Skin Care of Maryland  Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Associates PC  Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Associates PC  David A Spott MD  Ronald A Katz MD  North Baltimore Dermatology Advanced Dermatology Bel-Air  North Baltimore Dermatology Advanced Dermatology Bel-Air  Bethesda Dermatopathology Lab  Irmina C Boulier MD  Ronald N Shore MD  Debra A Coats-Walton MD  Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Poulton Acri & Smith MDs LLC  Poulton Acri & Smith MDs LLC  Poulton Acri & Smith MDs LLC  Lynda M Crawford MD  Derm Associates PC  Derm Associates PC  Derm Associates PC Ellicott City, MarylandUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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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 Ellicott City
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Skin Cancer
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Menopause
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Yeast Infection
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Itching
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Stretch Marks
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