Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus and sexual abuse.

Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus and sexual abuse.

AIMS The aetiology of lichen sclerosus et atrophicus (LSA) is unknown. A series of 42 cases of this uncommon condition is reported. The aim of this study was to identify associations of LSA and document the association with sexual abuse. METHODS Information about the patients was obtained by retrospective case note review and some patients were contacted by telephone for further information. ...

[Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus].

A case of lichen sclerosus et atrophicus (LSA) involving the oral mucosa is described. The lesion began in the labial mucosa with extension to the gingiva and to the skin. The frequency of occurrence of oral lesions of LSA is discussed, and a histopathologic comparison with skin lesions is made.

Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophicus

Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic inflammatory dermatosis characterized by ivory-white plaques or patches with glistening surface commonly affecting the vulva and anus. Common symptoms are irritation, soreness, dyspareunia, dysuria, and urinary or fecal incontinence. Anogenital lichen sclerosus (LS) is characterized by porcelain-white atrophic plaques, which may become confluent extend...

[Blaschkoid, zosteriform linear lichen sclerosus et atrophicus].

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Punch grafting in lichen sclerosus et atrophicus.