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Does this look like LS?

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I've been noticing that I've been quite itchy down there for about 2 months now. I've been to the doctors and they've given me thrush and bacterial vaginosis treatment but none of it has seemed to work.

I also feel a discomfort when I press my legs together. More like an ache then an actual pain.

The doctor then said it could be something called lichen sclerosus but wasn't too sure so I'm being referred to a gynaecologist.

Does anyone know if this looks like LS?

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  • SnappyCat
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    Francesca, i have no idea from pic. what i would say is that the "calling card" of LS is uncontrollable itching...especially at night. you could mistake it for yeast infection or other, but after treating for that, it is right back. a doc familiar with it might know, but a biopsy would tell. GYN will probably do the biopsy.

    Good luck.

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