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so im really not one to post things like this but i need some advice and you lovely ladies are the quickest and best chance of finding out. Had ls all my life and tbh have only just started checking to see how its looking. 
also sorry for having to load a graphic photo just need to know.
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hanny32508 mai22099
Posted
I'm not a doctor, but of what I can see it's not too bad with your LS. Mine has looked worse, far worse. Yet I would advise you to look for the threat "An experiment with borax". Borax has helped me and others to keep LS nicely under control. Also check your diet. I can't eat added sugar for one.
Wishing you well.
beverly52803 mai22099
Posted
Why not go to a gyn for a proper diagnosis? A medium strength steroid cream may be all you need. Best not to make assumptions and find out they weren't correct. You'll have peace of mind and probably an ointment to keep the skin supple.
mai22099 beverly52803
Posted
have tried medications none have worked but as im only 17 there are things they wont try yet and the steroid creams i am using daily currently. have been trying to get an appointment but have had nothing back yet
Guest mai22099
Posted
Borax or baking soda sitz baths? Vit A & D cream? Coconut oil?
beverly52803 mai22099
Posted
mai, the steroid has made no difference? Which are you using and for how long?
mai22099 beverly52803
Posted
dermovate and ive been using the cream since i was diagnosed 10 years ago.
beverly52803 mai22099
Posted
Are these white patches new or have they been there 10 years and you're just not being affected by the steroid? Are you saying you never looked so you don't know? If that's the case it would be impossible for us to know if you should be concerned. The doc will presumably have records to refer to and will be your best source.
All we can suggest are things that might soothe if you are uncomfortable. Steroids are all that docs offer us. What other treatments are they "not trying" yet?
justine89448 mai22099
Posted
I dont have white patches, so I think its really
important to keep check on how it feels too.
You dont say if you use any medication or barrier cream
Guest mai22099
Posted
Mai,
Might be some white on your right side but do seek a professional opinion. What other symptoms led you to post here? Itch? Pain? strange feeling?
mai22099 Guest
Posted
itching is awful at the moment and i posted because the last time the ls was bad i was bed ridden so just want some opinions while i am unable to get an appointment at the hospital
justine89448 mai22099
Posted
Dermovate ointment (clobetasol propionate)
is what you need other steroids are not normally strong enough. It can take a while to work.I Also use hydromol ointment for relief. This is an autoimmune disease lots of ladies have thyroid issues too. You need general bloods done checking things like vitamin D and B12. Lots of ladies including myself watch there diet if I have lots of sugar especially alcohol I will have a flare up.
Most important thing is to be referred to a specialist Vulva consultant. I Hope you get to see someone soon