Lichen Sclerosus Center - Saginaw, MI
Saginaw 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 Saginaw * Connie J Braun MD  Valley Urgent Care  Saginaw Valley Dermatology PC  All Seasons Skin & Surgery Center  Robert G Lee MD  Midland Dermatology  MidMichigan Dermatology  Kevin Gaffney MD & Scott Karlene MD  Alan R Berlin DO  Patrick A Wegman MD  John Love MD  Robert M Soderstrom MD  Memorial Medical Associates  Walter F Barkey MD  Saginaw Bay Dermatology  Silverton Skin Institute  Skin & Vein Center  Roberts Dermatology  Stanley S Roland DO  Gregory F Piro DO  Mitchell A Rinek MD  Doctors Approach Dermatology & Laser Center  Enhanced Aesthetics  Brighton Dermatology  Brighton Dermatology  Richard S Schwartz MD PC  Susan H Klemmer MD  Louis C Chiara MD  Hart Dermatology  William F Heckert DO PC  William F Heckert DO PC  Cosmetic Dermatology & Vein Center  Annette C LaCasse DO  Dermatology Center of Lake Orion  Arnold C Fellman MD PC  Gale Dermatology Clinic  Drs Marvin Siegel & Michael Siegel  Drs Marvin Siegel & Michael Siegel  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Lynn Sikorski DO  Jolanta Malinowski MD & Stephen Sturman MD  Jolanta Malinowski MD & Stephen Sturman MD  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Great Lakes Dermatology  Carl J Cohen MD  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Associated Dermatology  Drs Chapman, Kleinsmith & Watnick  Associated Dermatology  Associated Dermatology  Drs Chapman, Kleinsmith & Watnick  Associated Dermatology  Drs Chapman, Kleinsmith & Watnick  Cynthia Chow MD  Lisa Meils MD  Forche & Michels MDs  Forche & Michels MDs  Myron Kopin MD  Joseph A Stutz MD  North Oakland Dermatology  Fred M Novice MD  Bingham Farms Dermatology  Franklin Dermatology  Franklin Dermatology  Franklin Dermatology  Franklin Dermatology  Farmington Dermatologists  Neldagae Chisa MD  Farmington Dermatologists  Rochester Dermatology Clinic  Rochester Dermatology Clinic  Rochester Dermatology Clinic  Edward Ruiz MD  Consultants in Dermatology  Consultants in Dermatology  Arthur W Gulick MD  Dermatology Associates  Ann Arbor Dermatology  Denis B Hart MD  Skin Cancer Center of Southeast Michigan PC  Somerset Dermatology Institute  Indira C Misra-Higgins MD & Daisy R Ramos MD  Ali Moiin MD  Indira C Misra-Higgins MD & Daisy R Ramos MD  Ramos & Associates  University of Michigan Dermatology  University of Michigan Dermatology  University of Michigan Dermatology  University of Michigan Dermatology  University of Michigan Dermatology  University of Michigan Dermatology Saginaw, MichiganUpcoming Local Events2012-06-01
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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 Saginaw
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