Lichen Sclerosus »
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:
- Women (often after menopause)
- Men (uncommon)
- Children (rare).
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:
- Itching (very common)
- Discomfort or pain
- Bleeding
- Blisters.
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