Lichen Sclerosus Center - Sanford, FL
Sanford 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 Sanford * Rion J Forconi MD PA  Lake Mary Family Physicians  Med Florida Dermatology  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  Drs Knipe & Moskowitz  Jerome A Africk MD  Associates in Dermatology  Jerri L Johnson MD PA  Thomas G S Fiala MD  Randall Coverman MD  Derrow Dermatology  Daniel B Seff DO  Thomas M Barnes MD  William J Grisaitis MD  Alfredo E Gonzalez MD  Comprehensive Dermatology & Dermatologic Sur  Jose V Lara MD  James Taylor MD  DrsTabas and MacFarland  DrsTabas and MacFarland  Lawrence T Wagers MD  VA Healthcare Center Orlando  VA Healthcare Center Orlando  Steven M Price MD  Reflections Dermatology & Center for Skin Care  Family Health Center  Med Florida Dermatology  Drs Knipe & Moskowitz  Knight Dermatology Institute  Central Florida Dermatology Associates  Associates in Dermatology  Davis Dermatology  Heller Dermatology Center  Sand Lake Dermatology Center PA  Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Center For Dermatology & Skin Surgery  John L Meisenheimer MD  Sidney Possick MD  Aesthetic Dermatology PA  Ormond Beach Dermatology  Parks Dermatology Center PA  Parks Dermatology Center PA  Brevard Skin & Cancer Centers  Brevard Skin & Cancer Centers  Sharon A Stokes MD  Associated Dermatologists PA  Ronald Sherman DO  Associates in Dermatology  Clifford W Lober MD  Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center PA  Lake Dermatology  Lake Dermatology  Michel A Snyder MD  Florida Dermatology Associates  Florida Dermatology Associates  Brevard Skin & Cancer Centers  Space Coast Dermatology  Village Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery LLC  Dermatology Associates  Dermatology Health Care  MIMA Dermatology  MIMA Dermatology  Atlantic Dermatology  Michael J Freeman MD  Frederick Behringer Jr. MD  Central Florida Dermatology  Beachside Dermatology  Nelson A Warner MD  Steven T Powell MD  Bradley P Grant MD PA  James D Morgan MD PA  Skin Cancer Center of Central Florida  Ocala Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Ocala Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Ocala Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Lake Wales Walk-In Medical Clinic  Osler Medical Inc  Anthony Porter MD  Melbourne Dermatology Center  Joseph J Chanda MD  Marion Dermatology  Vincent J Tripi DO  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Watson Clinic LLP  Michael A Scannon MD  Towne Center for Dermatology  David J Gross MD  Watson Clinic LLP  Caruso & Oriba MDs Sanford, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-10
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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.
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