Lichen Sclerosus Center - Provo, UT
Provo 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 Provo * Central Utah Clinic Dermatology  Central Utah Clinic Dermatology  Central Utah Clinic Dermatology  Richard L Stone MD  Richard L Moss MD  Richard W Parkinson MD  Dermatology Center  Dermatology Center  Eyre Dermatology Clinic  Eyre Dermatology Clinic  Eyre Dermatology Clinic  John L Bezzant MD  Robert L Orme MD  Park City Dermatology  Intermountain Sandy Clinic  Clear TrueSkin Dermatology  Dermatology Center of Salt Lake  Brian Williams MD  Rolfe P. Horsley, MD  Holladay Dermatology Clinic  Holladay Dermatology Clinic  Steven P Jepson MD  Dermatology Associates  Leonard J Swinyer MD  Justin F Thulin MD  Leonard J Swinyer MD  Memorial Clinic Internal Medicine & Specialty  Don L Reese MD  Huntsman Cancer Institute  Salt Lake Clinic Pulmonary & Allergy  Salt Lake Clinic Dermatology  Salt Lake Clinic Dermatology  Salt Lake Clinic Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University of Utah Health Science Center  University of Utah Health Science Center  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  University Of Utah Dermatology  Edward G Southwick MD  University Of Utah Dermatology  Alpine Medical Group Internal Medicine  Matis Dermatology  Leo Sotiriou MD  Gateway Dermatology  B Grant Bishop MD  Joseph R Nielsen MD  Tanner Clinic  Tanner Clinic  Willard Z Maughan MD  Daniel Hansen, DO  Wayne E Smith MD  Ogden Clinic  Larry E Urry MD  D Edgar Allen MD & David M Allen MD  D Edgar Allen MD & David M Allen MD Provo, UtahUpcoming 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 Provo
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