Loss Of Pigment In Vulva And Perineum, Losing Colouration Of Labai Minor, Itchy. What Could Be Causing This?

Posted on Sat, 31 Mar 2012

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Question :
Loss of pigment in vulva and perineum
I seem to be losing the coloration of my labia minor - also in an area of the perineum - itchy most of the time too - what could be causing this

Answered by Dr. P V S Prasad (5 hours later)

Hello,

Thanks for the query.

From what you describe, I feel your symptoms may be related to lichen sclerosis et atrophicus. This condition is typically seen in people of your age.

A direct examination of the affected area and skin biopsy will help us in confirming this possibility. I suggest you to consult your dermatologist for examination.

Hope this answers your query. Let me know if you have any other concerns.

Regards
Prasad pvs

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad