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Vulvar Lichen Sclerosis

Vulvar lichen sclerosis is not related to urinary infection, but disorders of the cervix can lead to this condition. An increased risk of developing vulval or penile cancer is associated with this infection. If left untreated, LS can result in fusing of the skin, atrophy, and narrowing of the vagina. LS is a painful skin condition that typically affects the vulva (or penis) and anus. Vulvar lichen sclerosis is not related to urinary infection, but disorders of the cervix can lead to this condition.

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Vulvar Lichen Sclerosis

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Urinary Infection, Cervix

This condition is not contagious. Post-menopausal women are the most common sufferers of LS. LS falls under the general category of vulvodynia (chronic vulva pain). The most common misdiagnosis for LS is a yeast infection; other misdiagnoses include herpes or a bacteria infection. Vulvar lichen sclerosis is not related to urinary infection, but disorders of the cervix can lead to this condition.

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Dr. Joe Glickman, Jr., M.D.

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