Genital Lichen Sclerosus and its Mimics

Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am. 2017 Sep;44(3):389-406. doi: 10.1016/j.ogc.2017.05.004.

Abstract

A variety of disorders may be confused with vulvar or genital lichen sclerosus, as they can share several common features. This article discusses diagnosis, workup, and management of vulvar lichen sclerosus with specific attention on distinguishing it from other dermatologic mimics.

Keywords: Genital lichen sclerosus mimics; Lichen sclerosus similar diagnosis; Vulvar dermatoses; Vulvar lichen sclerosus.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus / diagnosis*
  • Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus / pathology
  • Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus / therapy