Outcome Domains in Lichen Sclerosus

May 2020 in “ British Journal of Dermatology ”

C.A. Goodrum, Paul Leighton, Rosalind Simpson

lichen sclerosus chronic inflammatory skin condition genital area itchy patches urethral narrowing foreskin retraction scarring painful intercourse anatomical loss malignant transformation

Studysummary This abstract discusses Lichen Sclerosus, a chronic skin condition affecting the genitals, highlighting its symptoms, complications, and impact on quality of life, but reports no new clinical findings.

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