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Lichens Sclerosus

Lichens sclerosus is a painful infection that can be diagnosed with a pap smear and is not caused by HPV. 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. Lichens sclerosus is a painful infection that can be diagnosed with a pap smear and is not caused by HPV.

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Lichens Sclerosus

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Pap Smear, HPV

Post-menopausal women are the most common sufferers of LS. Men and boys have also been diagnosed with LS. 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 vulvar pain). Lichens sclerosus is a painful infection that can be diagnosed with a pap smear and is not caused by HPV.

Other Topics: HPV Man, HPV, HPV Vaccine, HPV Transmission, HPV Dysplasia, Human Papillomavirus, Human Papilloma Virus, LEEP Procedure, Pap Smear, Genital Wart HPV Picture

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

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