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    Glossary Lichen Sclerosus

    chronic skin condition causing white, itchy, and painful patches

    Lichen Sclerosus (LS) is a chronic skin condition characterized by white, patchy areas that can cause itching, pain, and scarring, most commonly affecting the genital and anal regions. While the exact cause is unknown, it is believed to involve an autoimmune response, and it can lead to significant discomfort and complications if left untreated.

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    1. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and Adipose-Derived Stem Cell (ADSC) Therapy in the Treatment of Genital Lichen Sclerosus: A Comprehensive Review International Journal of Molecular Sciences · 2023 · 24 citations
    2. Frontal fibrosing alopecia and genital Lichen sclerosus: Single‐center experience Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology · 2020 · 10 citations
    3. Outcome domains in lichen sclerosus British Journal of Dermatology · 2020 · 6 citations
    4. Genital Dermatology Australasian Journal of Dermatology · 2022
    5. Platelet-Rich Plasma and Genital Rejuvenation. PubMed · 2019 · 3 citations
    6. Diseases of genital skin in the elderly Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 1998
    7. Segmental cherry angiomas associated with extragenital lichen sclerosus: A report of two cases Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2011
    8. Different Applications of Monochromatic Excimer Light in Skin Diseases Photomedicine and Laser Surgery · 2009 · 64 citations
    9. A case of simultaneously occurring lichen sclerosus and segmental vitiligo: connecting the underlying autoimmune pathogenesis International Journal of Dermatology · 2008 · 22 citations
    10. 1614 A systematic review and meta-analysis of comorbidities in lichen sclerosus with a screening recommendation Journal of Investigative Dermatology · 2023
    11. Aging and skin care Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology · 1998
    12. Clinicopathologic Case 2: Multiple Intraoral White Lesions in a 55-year-old Female Oral Surgery Oral Medicine Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology · 2024
    13. Bilateral Burning Palmoplantar Lesions Cutis · 2023
    14. Erosive Lichen Sclerosus—A Clinicopathologic Subtype Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease · 2021 · 7 citations
    15. Treatment of localized scleroderma and lichen sclerosus with etretinate Acta dermato-venereologica · 1984 · 40 citations
    16. Elevated body mass index, statin use, and cholecystectomy are associated with vulvar lichen sclerosus: A retrospective, case-control study Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2023
    17. Lichen Sclerosus of the Labial Mucosa: A Case Report and Literature Review Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology · 2024 · 1 citations
    18. Pediatric Lichen: Epidemiological and Clinical Characteristics in Children Cureus · 2026
    19. British Society for Dermatopathology British Journal of Dermatology · 2011
    20. Pharmacological Activity and Clinical Use of PDRN Frontiers in Pharmacology · 2017 · 80 citations
    21. Primary Care of Adult Women Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America · 2016 · 2 citations
    22. Skin Manifestations Associated with Autoimmune Liver Diseases: a Systematic Review Clinical Reviews in Allergy & Immunology · 2017 · 26 citations
    23. Skin Manifestations of Rheumatological Diseases Springer eBooks · 2021
    24. SUMMARIES OF PAPERS British Journal of Dermatology · 2008
    25. Conference 2022, The Sequel Journal of the Dermatology Nurses' Association · 2022
    26. DERMATOLOGIC DISEASES AND PROBLEMS OF WOMEN THROUGHOUT THE LIFE CYCLE International Journal of Dermatology · 1995 · 18 citations
    27. Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in Dermatology: Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Action Biomedicines · 2023 · 3 citations
    28. Lichen Planopilaris: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery · 2009 · 160 citations
    29. The Serum Evaluation of Sex Hormones Including DHEAs, DHT, Testosterone in Oral Lichen Planus Patients 2025
    30. The serum evaluation of sex hormones including DHEAs, DHT, testosterone in oral lichen planus patients Scientific Reports · 2025 · 1 citations