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Lichen sclerosus

2018-02-23 00:03:17
I am suffering form lichen sclerosus and I am under medication,will this infection would completely cure or should I consult the doctor again
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U need regular visit to doctor till it's cured

Answered2018-02-23 07:23:58

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lichen sclerosus is not an infection. It is an inflammatory condition and it takes time to respond. treatment has to be continued for a long time- first to suppress treatment and then token it in control. Hope this is helpful.

Answered2018-02-23 08:19:24

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