What Is Lichen Planus?
7. Sexual Dysfunction
As mentioned, lichen planus will sometimes affect the patient’s genitals. When this part of the body is affected it can be very difficult to treat, and it can be very painful for the patient. The pain will make it difficult for the patient to enjoy sex and extensive scarring will often be left behind after the other symptoms have passed.
Lichen planus on the vagina and vulva will often last for longer than when it forms on other parts of the body. Other symptoms of the condition include redness and a discharge from the vagina. The extensive scarring can cause the vagina to become barrower and shorter. In some cases, the scarring may even cause the vagina to close altogether.
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