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Vulvar Lichen Sclerosis

Vulvar lichen sclerosis is not contagious, unlike other genital viruses such as HPV and other vulvar infections. The most common misdiagnosis for LS is a yeast infection; other misdiagnoses include herpes or a bacteria infection. LS falls under the general category of vulvodynia (chronic vulva pain). Post-menopausal women are the most common sufferers of LS. This condition is not contagious. Vulvar lichen sclerosis is not contagious, unlike other genital viruses such as HPV and other vulvar infections.

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Vulvar Lichen Sclerosis

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HPV, Vulvar

LS is a painful skin condition that typically affects the vulva (or penis) and anus. If left untreated, LS can result in fusing of the skin, atrophy, and narrowing of the vagina. An increased risk of developing vulval or penile cancer is associated with this infection. Vulvar lichen sclerosis is not contagious, unlike other genital viruses such as HPV and other vulvar infections.

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

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