Lichen Sclerosus Center - Thousand Oaks, CA
Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks * Center For Dermatology Care  Center For Dermatology Care  Center For Dermatology Care  Center For Dermatology Care  Conejo Dermatology Medical Group  Conejo Dermatology Medical Group  Comron Maleki MD  Tri-Valley Dermatology and Laser Cdenter  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Judith S Feldman MD  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  Dermatology Associates of Westlake Village  James S Weintraub MD  West Lake Eye & Skin Associates Inc  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Coastal Dermatology  Affiliated Dermatologists  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Affiliated Dermatologists  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Affiliated Dermatologists  Bente H Berman MD  Advanced Dermatology Care of Southern California  Valley Dermatology  Valley Dermatology  Lisa N Oki MD  Mary Lee Amerian MD  James H Sternberg MD  Robert DeStefano MD  West Hills Dermatology Group  Kranson Cosmetic Laser Institute  Robert M Miller MD  Pacific Surgical & Laser Institute  Douglas Hamilton MD  Douglas Hamilton MD  Dermatology Medical Group of Oxnard & Camarillo  Southern CA Permanente  Diane M Reisinger MD  Southern CA Permanente  Peter L Karlsberg MD  Lawrence Osman MD  Dermatology Group  Northridge Dermatology Associates  Northridge Dermatology Associates  Valley Dermatology  Milton Kaplan MD  Northridge Dermatology Associates  Valley Dermatology  Valley Dermatology  Robert R Jordan MD  Ventura Dermatology Medical Clinic Inc  Ileana E Zapatero MD  Castle Dermatology  Robert M Hartman MD  Michael McCray MD  Norman H Nelson MD  Palisades Dermatology  Michael E Borok MD  Michael T Lin MD  Steven Naltsas MD  Dermatology Surgical Medical  Advanced Dermatology Center & Cosmetic Care  Skin Cancer Medical Center  MacKenzie Dermatology  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group  Stephen J Friedman MD  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group  Indianer Lask & Rosenzweig Dermatology Group  Evelyn Jankowski MD  Facey Medical Foundation Mission Hills  Quynh Sebastian MD  Lawrence H Matt MD  Pamela Rand MD  Dermatology Associates Medical Group  Quynh Sebastian MD  Dermatology Associates Medical Group  Martin L Alpert MD  Bennett & Shim MDs  Stacy P Salob MD & Karyn Grossman MD  Bennett & Shim MDs  Robert P Abergel MD  Santa Monica Dermatology  Laser Institute Dermatology  Santa Monica Dermatology  Billie Phelps MD  Santa Monica Dermatology  Laser Institute Dermatology  Brentwood Dermatology Medical  Santa Monica Dermatology  David M Stoll MD  Mary Lee Amerian MD  Joseph Landau MD  Angela Castellano MD Thousand Oaks, CaliforniaUpcoming 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 Thousand Oaks
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Bruises
- A bruise, or contusion, is caused when blood vessels are damaged or broken as the result of a blow to the skin. The raised area of a bump or bruise results from blood leaking from these injured blood vessels into the tissues as well as from the body's response to the injury. Treatments include applying an ice pack and pressure to the area by hand.
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Skin Cancer
- Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in humans. There are three main types of skin cancer; basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma (the nonmelanoma skin cancers), and melanoma.
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Menopause
- Menopause is the time in a woman's life when menstrual periods permanently stop, also called the “change of life." Menopause symptoms include hot flashes, night sweats, irregular vaginal bleeding, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, urinary incontinence, weight gain, and emotional symptoms such as mood swings. Treatment of menopausal symptoms varies, and should be discussed with your physician.
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Yeast Infection
- Yeast vaginitis is a yeast infection of the vagina. Symptoms include itching, burning, soreness, pain during intercourse and urination, and vaginal discharge. Yeast infections can be treated with over-the-counter and prescription medications.
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Itching
- Itching can be a common problem. Itches can be localized or generalized. There are many causes of itching to include: infection (jock itch, vaginal itch), disease (hyperthyroidism, liver or kidney), reactions to drugs, and skin infestations (pubic or body lice). Treatment for itching varies depending on the cause of the itch.
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Stretch Marks
- Stretch marks occur in the dermis, the elastic middle layer of skin that allows it to retain its shape. When the skin is constantly stretched, the dermis can break down, leaving behind stretch marks.
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Scars
- Scar formation is a natural part of the healing process after injury. The depth and size of the wound incision and the location of the injury impact the scar's characteristics, but your age, heredity and even sex or ethnicity will affect how your skin reacts.
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