Treatments at Lichen Hub
Our treatment philosophy
In-depth knowledge of the disease, ongoing research, treatment using innovative regenerative methods, and a multidisciplinary team that passionately cares for the whole person. These are the cornerstones of our approach, which we have upheld for 25 years.
Understanding what lies behind the disease
Lichen sclerosus is a complex disease, and one should not limit treatment to the genital area alone. Associated diseases often play a fundamental role in the progression and exacerbation of the condition and should be kept under control.
Immune and hormonal assessment, as well as the condition of the intestines and stomach, reproductive and genital history, and psychological and relational status, should be thoroughly investigated before addressing the genital aspect.
Diagnosis and Follow-Up: safety as a priority
The clinical diagnosis, supported by vulvoscopy and, if necessary, histology, is the pivotal moment for defining the disease and its stage.
Follow-up—that is, monitoring the progression of the disease—must be performed periodically by the same team, which updates the medical record at each visit with images collected during the examination, along with a record of symptoms and all relevant clinical data.
Periodic monitoring allows us to adopt the most appropriate therapies and adjust them according to clinical progression.
Understanding the Guidelines to Innovate.
Understanding the guidelines to innovate effectively
Knowledge of the official guidelines is essential, even for those seeking new therapeutic avenues.
Topical corticosteroids: always a useful treatment option
Treatment with topical corticosteroids is the treatment of choice according to the guidelines, as it reduces local inflammation. Although official guidelines (from the British and German schools) differ regarding the method of application and the duration of treatment, it remains a consistently useful treatment option in cases of sudden flare-ups or when it is not possible to treat local inflammation with regenerative products.
Emollients: the art of finding the right product
Daily treatment with emollients and ointments is the cornerstone of everyday therapy. Every patient has different needs: some require an oily product, others a creamy one, some a thicker consistency, and others a thinner one.
Finding the right product is an art that is refined over the years with the patient’s help. Preparing specific products for a particular patient at a specific stage of the disease is often extremely helpful.
Finding the right product is an art that is refined over the years with the help of the patient. The preparation of specific products for a particular patient in a specific phase of the disease is often extremely useful.