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GlossaryErosive Vulvovaginal Lichen Planus (EVHC)

chronic inflammatory condition causing painful erosions in vulva and vagina

Erosive Vulvovaginal Lichen Planus (EVLP) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the vulva and vagina, leading to painful erosions, redness, and scarring. It is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the mucous membranes, causing significant discomfort and potential complications such as sexual dysfunction and urinary issues.

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research Persistent Milia, Steatocystoma Multiplex and Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: Variable Expression of Multiple Pilosebaceous Cysts Within an Affected Family

39 citations , January 1998 in “Dermatology”

Milia, SM, and EVHC may be related conditions, not separate ones.

Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: A Systematic Review

research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: A Systematic Review

41 citations , October 2011 in “American journal of clinical dermatology”

Eruptive vellus hair cysts are a cosmetic skin condition, more common in young adults, with few effective treatments.

research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: Report of a Pediatric Case with Partial Response to Calcipotriene Therapy

15 citations , December 2009 in “PubMed”

A child with eruptive vellus hair cysts showed some improvement with calcipotriene cream.

research Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts: Report of a New Case with Immunohistochemical Study and Literature Review

13 citations , January 2012 in “Dermatology”

Eruptive vellus hair cysts are rare, benign skin lesions that are hard to treat.

research Early Recurrence of Eruptive Vellus Hair Cysts After Er:YAG Laser Therapy: Case Report and Literature Review

13 citations , December 2005 in “Dermatologic surgery”

Er:YAG laser therapy is not effective for widespread facial eruptive vellus hair cysts due to recurrence and side effects.

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