Lichen Sclerosus Center - Perth Amboy, NJ
Perth Amboy 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 Perth Amboy * Central Jersey Skin Care Associates  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Accredited Dermatology  Avenel Dermatology  Joseph Strauch MD  Jane M Lee MD  Jane M Lee MD  Dermatology Associates of Central Jersey  Dermatology Associates of Central Jersey  Juan G Vaillant MD  Clark Dermatology  Academic Dermatology  Cosmetic Skin & Surgery Center  Sandy S Milgraum MD  Advanced Dermatology  Steven M Herzberg MD  Advanced Dermatology  The Dermatology Center  Henrietta E Abel MD  Adult & Pediatric Dermatology  Thelma G Warshaw MD  Douglas Pravda MD  Eva B Stahl MD  Robbie Beth Drossner MD  Natalya Avanesova MD  Drs Weinstein & Rothfleisch  Drs Weinstein & Rothfleisch  George I Weinberger MD  Alan L Schechter MD PhD  Alan L Schechter MD PhD  Associates in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery of Essex & Union  Associates in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery of Essex & Union  Associates in Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery of Essex & Union  George Kihiczak MD  Anna V Kopec MD PA  Dermatology Affiliates  Victor Silverstein MD  Summit Medical Group  Summit Medical Group  Dmitry Khasak MD  Dmitry Khasak MD  Richard R Eisenberg MD  Dermatology Consultants of Summit LLC  Associated Dermatologists  Penelope J Cohen MD  Kent Beachler MD  Joan P Noroff MD  Center For Dermatology & Laser Surgery  Risa J Gorin DO  RWJUMG Dermatology  RWJUMG Dermatology  Warren Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Warren Dermatology Associates  Princeton Dermatology Associates  Princeton Dermatology Associates  Princeton Dermatology Associates  Center for Dermatology PA  Adrian L Connolly MD  Center for Dermatology PA  Stephanie Silos-Badalamenti MD PhD LLC  Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery Center  Princeton Dermatology Associates  Advanced Dermatology Surgery & Laser Center  Princeton Dermatology Associates  Freehold Skin Clinic  Hametz & Picascia Dermatology Associates  Princeton Medical Group PA  Princeton Medical Group PA  Alan J Liftin MD  Hametz & Picascia Dermatology Associates  Hametz & Picascia Dermatology Associates  Emily M Altman MD  Advanced Dermatology Associates PA  The Dermatology Group PC  Advanced Dermatology Associates PA  Kenneth A Grossman MD  R Stephen Seibt MD  All-County Dermatology  Center for Dermatologic Care  Dermatology & Laser Center of Northern N  Livingston Dermatology Associates  Belleville Dermatology Center PA  Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery  Dermatology & Dermatologic Surgery  Ira H Gouterman MD  Ira H Gouterman MD Perth Amboy, New JerseyUpcoming Local Events2012-05-26
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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 Perth Amboy
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