LICHEN SCLEROSIS
Treating Lichen Sclerosis in Gainsville, Texas
Lichen sclerosis is a chronic skin disorder that affects many women, that can cause discomfort, itching, and easy bruising or tearing of the skin. It can be located on any part of the skin, however, it unfortunately tends to manifest as white patches on the genital and anal regions. Lichen sclerosis causes inflammation of the affected areas can cause discomfort during urination, painful intercourse, and an abnormal appearance to the genitals. Prescription steroid creams have been the primary course of treatment to alleviate this condition, however, prolonged use can eventually lead to thinning of the skin and impairment of immune response!
Those affected from this condition experience a lower quality of life, shying away from intimacy, and are unable to maintain healthy and fulfilling relationships. Fortunately, Treating Lichen Sclerosis at Vitality Women’s Healthcare, Gainesville, North Texas, offers a variety of solutions to this issue!
How can I manage my condition?
Our treatments to the affected skin can help you manage Lichen Sclerosis, and restore the quality of life you deserve to have! We are able to address the discomfort and appearance of Lichen Sclerosis, so you can have confidence in both the bedroom and your relationships.
Treating Lichen Sclerosis at Vitality Women’s Healthcare, Gainesville, Texas, gives you a second chance at a happy and healthy sexual life.
MonaLisa Touch
MonaLisa Touch is an innovative laser treatment designed to give you vitality through vaginal and vulvar skin resurfacing which promotes collagen induction and skin health. This is done by inserting a medical laser device into the vaginal canal, emitting pulses of laser energy as it is withdrawn. If you have uncomfortable symptoms like vaginal dryness or itching, incontinence, and painful intercourse, the MonaLisa Touch procedure may benefit you! The procedure is carried out by our wonderful Dr. Amy Klein.
By using fractional laser, the MonaLisa touch procedure can stimulate healing of the skin affected by Lichen Sclerosis. The collagen stimulation promotes growth of new healthy tissue, combatting the discomfort and appearance of white patches.
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O-Shot
The O-Shot uses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from your own blood, full of healing properties and growth factors. When injected into the vaginal tissues, it boosts blood flow, cellular renewal, and promotes collagen and elastin production– vital proteins in keeping healthy structure of the skin.
PRP has been used for decades by doctors after surgery to speed up the healing process, with it’s powerful ability to naturally repair damaged tissue. This same use can be applied to treat Lichen Sclerosis, by keeping the vaginal tissues healthy, reducing any symptoms you may be experiencing. This is also great for use in the vaginal tissue to improve moisture, increase sensitivity leading to greater satisfaction with intimacy, and decrease painful intercourse.
When PRP injected into the vaginal wall and clitoris you will experience a range of benefits to your sexual health.
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Putting your care in the right hands
The O-shot and MonaLisa touch treatments at Vitality Women’s Healthcare, Gainesville, Texas, are carried out by our wonderful Dr. Klein, who is an expert at treating Lichen Sclerosis, striving to give you world-class care. Your personalized treatment plan will be developed by Dr. Klein, who will also monitor your condition to determine the best course of action.
Living with Lichen Sclerosis can feel debilitating, but Dr. Klein and our team are here to ensure that you will be able to live a happier and healthier life.