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I am not a doctor or a nurse. Lichen Sclerosus is a skin condition of the female and also male genital area. It is not contagious. It is an autoimmune inflammatory condition and is fairly common especially in women. I believe that most people have not heard of this. I am searching for the most homeopathic and healthy food alternatives to correct it or at least alleviate the annoying symptoms. The main treatment I have seen is a steroid cream that can help with symptoms but is not a cure. If you are diabetic the steroid cream can make your blood sugar spike. This is not an option for me.
There is a fragmented laser treatment available that has not yet been approved by the food and drug agency so it is not covered under any type of insurance. It appears they have had really good results. Has anyone received this treatment? If so I would appreciate it if you could share your results.
This condition needs to be talked about and researched way more than it has been. I believe many people could have this condition and not be aware of it. Before my diagnosis I had no knowledge of this condition. I wish you all well.

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Welcome @allconnected, To help you connect with others, I moved your post to this existing discussion group:
- Lichen Sclerosus: Any other women dealing with this disease?: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/lichen-schlerosus/

I did this so you can see previous messages and connect easily with members like @tropicallady1276 @momij @gingerbear22 @searchingforrelief @joybringer1 @kathy5645 @kk57 @sue225 @nanny23 @drd79 @willows @cookiegirl1944 and many others.

@sspil5 was also asking about laser treatments and @kitten92 and @dreamer60 have success experiences to share.

Agree that this condition needs more publicity especially among the medical,community. I was undiagnosed for years and as a result suffered permanent nerve damage and tissue loss. In my case no ointment steroid, diet, or other treatment will bring back the lost tissue or the painful nerve damage.
I have a regime where a very limited use of a steroid ointment will prevent flare ups, and oral medication will control the nerve pain. I am not a diabetic. Hope you find your best solutions.