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Routine for vulval lichen planus as regards emollients?

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Cheetah
Cheetah

I have VLP and am trying to establish some sort of routine.  I've been prescribed Dermol and am using it solely to wash.  I bought some Hydromol and, although it's good, it's very heavy and sticky.  Not sure what to use as a barrier, before and after I use the bathroom.  Is Vaseline best?  Or could I use an aqueous cream for more or less everything?  If I used Vaseline as a barrier, when would I use any other sort of emollient?

You can see I'm getting myself a little confused here!  I'd be grateful if anyone else with VLP could tell me what their routine is.  I'm also using Dermovate at night.

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  • linda45090
    linda45090 Cheetah

    Posted

    Cheetah

    I tried Vasilene as a barrier, it was awful, it's too sticky and very uncomfortable

    • Cheetah
      Cheetah linda45090

      Posted

      Thank you for that, Linda.  I'll forget about the Vaseline, then!   I don't want to be any more uncomfortable than I already am!  rolleyes

    • Gigi313
      Gigi313 linda45090

      Posted

      I use Vasilene too. I’ve also tried A&D Creme that you use on babies for diaper rashes. Found that soothing but Vasilene is a better barrier. I was diagnosed 3 months ago. Can anyone tell me how long VLP lasts?  I too have a terribly itchy left eye but never connected that to VLP. Any advice from anyone?

  • linda32054
    linda32054 Cheetah

    Posted

    Sorry to hear your having so much trouble controlling you VLP. I've had great success with Clobetasol. It's a lubricant, but works very well. It was prescribed by my OB/GYN. As long as I use it just two days a week I keep it under control.

    Good luck!

  • jane63952
    jane63952 Cheetah

    Posted

    I use an emollient when using the bathroom and the same emolient in the shower instead of soap on the advice of my dermatologist.  Hope this helps. 
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