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Is it OK to put hydrocortisone on my clitoris

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callianne_65675
callianne_65675

I wonder if someone could advise me? I was diagnosed with LS about 8 months ago. It presented as sort of a white spot initially. It's been about 4 years now. My treatment is hydrocortisone and I have been battling to use it since it makes my vagina lips puffy and sore. 

I am, after reading a lot here and watching the video here, trying to be better with my treatment. Although I suspect now, on day 3 my vulva will puff again. 

Here is my question. 

I noticed today that there is white tissue on the right hand side of my clitoris and have noticed loss of sensation in my clitoris. The only other signs I feel I have is the white spot which is still there. Can I put the hydrocortisone cream on my clitoris. I admit I am scared it may burn the heck out of me? 

After reading here, I am going to perhaps ask my Doctor to give me Dermovate? Since it might not cause the puffy vulva thing. I am really stressed as I feel I have not looked after my LS very well. Since really I am clueless. I am also going through bad perimenopause symtoms and this is making my anxiety even worse. 

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  • Chrisy
    Chrisy callianne_65675

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    Hi Callianne,  Do go back to your GP.  Ask for Dermovate Ointment NOT Cream as some have found that they react to the other ingredients in the cream.  You may find it useful to watch Dr. Goldsteins webinair before you go so that you are more informed.  You will find a link to this on the first pinned post on this forum.  It is certainly worth the hour you spend listening to it as you will be so better informed about the condition and how we can treat ourselves.  Also check out a new treatment the Mona Lisa Touch.  I heard of this today and it sounds encouraging as a possible cure. 
    • callianne_65675
      callianne_65675 Chrisy

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      Thank you. I did watch Dr Goldsteins webinair and this is what has thrown my into a panic. (In a good way I guess, since I realise how important treatment is.) I mostly thought mine was really moderate or low as most of the photographs I see are quite 'bad' in that the whiteness is well spread. This is the first time I have believed it is LS since before that all I could see was this white spot that never goes away. I'm scared to be honest. I will look at the Mona Lisa Touch. In the uk I feel doctors are not that well up on this? Not sure if I just think so. 
    • Chrisy
      Chrisy callianne_65675

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      No I think you are right.  My GP an elderly lady actually asked to look at my condition and it was obvious from her comments that she was not sure of what she was looking for.  She is supposed to be good at dealing with skin conditions but obviously hadn't dealt with ls before.  I was fortunate that a new lady GP diagnosed the condtion.  Unfortunately she is now on maternity leave so I am back to dealing with the older GP.  I feel like I am educating her, but at least she is open to discussing things.  She is also learning about the condition so that she can treat me more effectively and I hope not misdiagnose others..  I think most of the photographs we see online are worst case scenarios and tend to scare most of us.  Good luck.  I have since found out that the Mona Lisa Touch is laser treatment that needs repeating 3 times in 6 weekly gaps and will need retreating yearly.  Expensive so I suppose we will need to be patient for the NHS to get on board with it if they ever do, or be wealthy to afford private treatment.  Still it could lead to other treatments.
  • sheryl23096
    sheryl23096 callianne_65675

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    Hi Callianne smile I'm going through the same thing and I use it, yes, and, although i'm not sure how it would be to keep using it all the time (I just started using this) so far, it really has helped. I don't know if brand names are acceptable but do a search and find the one that's most recommended and natural. You don't want any unknown and possibly hurtful added ingredients. 

    The doc I went to prescribed me one too but, it's stronger and I'm not sure what all is in prescription versions rolleyes so in own opinion, I'd rather buy one that I know is a bit gentler with ingredients that are listed. If you would like to pm me, I can give you the brand I use but I'm in the states, not sure if they would have this same product where you live. 

    Poke around these forums too, a wealth of info on other helpful things. There's a game here that has been coming up with some wonderful info. Under the forums, look for vulva, vaginal, etc. topics and you'll find some fabulous articles <3  i="" hope="" this="" helps=""><3 >

  • sheryl23096
    sheryl23096 callianne_65675

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    Calliana Hey I just noticed, if you click on this image to the left here, under my profile, it will show all the posts I've commented on and look for the ones recently. It will take you right to the sections that have the info I mentioned! <3>
  • kathleen65757
    kathleen65757 callianne_65675

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    I use Advantan fatty ointment and I find that very good. Make sure you put enough on especially your clitoris and all white patches to prevent atrophy which is when it becomes covered. Dermeze is good for moisturising as there is nothing in it to upset your skin as it is a type of Vaseline. Try to see a specialist who specialises in this. Some places have clinics devoted to this. All the best.
    • callianne_65675
      callianne_65675 kathleen65757

      Posted

      Thank you so much, am looking us Advantan Fatty Ointment. May I ask if you are in the UK, as my Doctor never mentioned a 'clinic'. 
    • Chrisy
      Chrisy callianne_65675

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      Hi callianne,  I am in UK.  I was sent to a dermatologist at a hospital who held clinics for skin conditions not just LS.  I have not heard of clinics devoted to this although at first I had a dermatologist (male) who was very keen to find out the cause of Ls and was attending meetings and seminars all over to try to find out more.  Sadly he moved away.  I have since been referred back to my GP once they thought I had the condition under control and understood how to deal with it.  I believe others in the UK  are being referred back to their GP's and I suspect this is cost cutting proceedure.
    • kathleen65757
      kathleen65757 callianne_65675

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      I am in Australia and attend the clinic at Mercy Hospital and see several specialists when I go. I have been going there for ten years and know I am in very professional hands. 
  • Anne788
    Anne788 callianne_65675

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    Hi just been diagnosed with LS and am scared. I have been given cream and sent for further appointment with gynaecologist.. The white areas are large worried I have left it too late for any healing 😔 never been on a forum before but feel it may help to talk to others not sleeping well for worry
    • callianne_65675
      callianne_65675 Anne788

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      Hi Anne 

      If you go to the top of the page and click on LS then navigate your way to the starter forum there is tons of info' on this for you. There is also a webinair by a Doctor explaining it. This might put your mind at rest. 

      I was also scared, but more so when I did not know what was wrong with me. I was convinced it was cancer of some sort. At least with LS I know I can get my symptoms under control and that is not too scary to me. Perhaps the Gynea will just take a punch biopsy and examine you internally to make sure the diagnosis was correct. I didn't have the punch biopsy (no idea why). 

      Try not to worry, I am such a worrisome person but as I said earlier this can be managed and you will find some comfort here as well as using certain ointments and lotions  to bring you physical comfort down there too. x

  • athena93317
    athena93317 callianne_65675

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    I would pot it on the clitorus my mane area is on mine I even had my biopsy there I would definitely take something to regulate you hormones if you are going threw menopause there are a lot of herbs that you can take and watch your diet I would try Manuka honey at night and spraying witch hazel every time you use the restroom then applying pure aloe Vera gel it had worked wonders for me I had bad experiences with my clobetisol it just made things worse so with a change of diet a lot of vitamins and the honey and witch hazel and aloe I have it under control I do not advise stopping your ointment but maybe adding some of these things can help you get it in control
    • callianne_65675
      callianne_65675 athena93317

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      Thanks so much. I went and purchased Manuka, Witch Hazel and Green Tea. I just sprayed with bicarb and green tea mix and put aloe vera gel on it. The aloe I got from a plant I have here at home.(Got a bit confused on amounts to use i.e. meaning how much witch hazel or how much bicarb etc.,) Where did you get your aloe vera gel from? I saw some at the chemist it has 99%. It's hard to find a pure one it seems. May I ask which vitamins you took? Thank you so much for your answer, you have no idea how much this is helping me biggrin
    • renee77108
      renee77108 callianne_65675

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      I'm the person who first advised the witch hazel & aloe vera gel.  I've used the witch hazel for years to manage my symptoms...but once I added the Aloe Vera Gel I saw even better results.  Here is what I do.  I put the witch hazel in about an 8 oz. spray bottle and spray that after bathroom visits. Then I apply about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel.  I use 99% to 100%...you can find it online if not locally.  At night I use about 1/4 teaspoon of Manuka honey (advised by another contributor to this site) and that has also helped.  Others recommended giving up dairy, gluten & sugar...I've gone a bit further than that...but would try that first.  Another contributor advised Vitamin A (10,000 i.u.), Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2.  If giving up dairy I would also do a good calcium supplement and Vitamin C.  (Almond milk is quite a good replacement for dairy). My symptoms have totally abated and sensitivity has returned. I've not used steroids and refuse to do so.  I have controlled my LS with these other remedies very successfully.  Even though I'm in the best shape that I've been in years I've decided to look into a relatively new procedure called the Mona Lisa Touch. It's a painless laser treatment that is getting quite good reviews.  You may also want to look into that.  Best of luck to you.
    • callianne_65675
      callianne_65675 renee77108

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      Thank you so much for the information. I am so happy for you that you are well and much better smile that gives me hope. I only saw my clitoris today and was socked how white it is going. I do have hope though and I know somehow things will return to normal or at least functional. Thank you again.
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