Lichen sclerosus
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Background
- Typically affects postmenopausal women, however it does sometimes occur in men, children, and premenopausal women
- Thought to be related to low estrogen states
Clinical Features
- Skin becomes thin, wrinkles, and whitened
- Most common symptoms include itching and pain at the affected areas, most commonly the clitoris and labia (although any skin surface can be affected)