Demystifying steroid treatment for lichen sclerosus

Lichen Sclerosus Podcast

Join me as I talk to Dr. Jill Krapf, LS specialist; researcher; author; and educator, about all things steroids. What does it do to the skin? Why do we need it? And she answers some frequently heard steroid concerns.

If you’re on the fence about or want to learn more about steroids, this is the episode for you.

In this video, you will learn:

1. What is the current understanding of the cause of Lichen Sclerosus, and what role do external stressors, diet, hormones, and trauma play?

2. How can topical steroids be effectively used to manage Lichen Sclerosus?

3. What are the best strategies for individualized care for Lichen Sclerosus?

Resources:

Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus: Current Perspectives

https://www.vulvodynia.com/assets/files/ijwh-191200-vulvar-lichen-sclerosus-current-perspectives.pdf

Topical Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus: A Review of Pharmacokinetics and Recommended Dosing Frequencies

https://vulvodynia.com/assets/files/Lichen-Sclerosus.pdf

Center for Vulvovaginal Disorder

http://cvvd.org

LSSN Blogs:

How to Apply Topical Steroid Treatment for Lichen Sclerosus Correctly

https://lssupportnetwork.org/applyproper

Lichen Sclerosus Treatment Series Part 1: Steroids

https://lssupportnetwork.org/steroids1

LSSN Video:

How to Apply Topical Steroid Treatment for Lichen Sclerosus Correctly

https://lssupportnetwork.org/drjill

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