Lichen Sclerosus - Episode 81
Sep 06, 2020•19 min
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Summary
Dr. Christina Delange provides a detailed overview of female lichen sclerosus, a chronic skin disorder primarily affecting the genital area. She explains its common presentation with severe itch, the importance of a thorough examination to avoid misdiagnosis, and key differential diagnoses to consider. The episode emphasizes the crucial role of biopsy for a definitive diagnosis and outlines a comprehensive treatment approach using topical steroids, along with essential general vulval care for long-term management and complication prevention.Episode description
In this episode, The Good GP interviews regular interviewer Dr Krystyna De Lange about lichen sclerosus in females.
This episode explores what is lichen sclerosus, how the condition presents and the differential diagnosis and other conditions to consider when a patient presents with symptoms.
Krystyna also explains making the diagnosis and the treatment approach and options available.
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