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Noninflammatory disorders of female genital tract
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Lichen sclerosus is an inflammatory skin condition that can affect the skin on any part of the body,but most often affects the genital skin. It can affect males and females of any age,and the cause is unknown. The most common symptom of genital lichen sclerosus is itching. It may be sore,especially if the skin cracks. In the genital area,the scar-like process that results can affect the skin’s flexibility,and affect urination and sexual intercourse. There is an association with genital cancer.
This research is being undertaken to help clarify the cause of female genital lichen sclerosus (FGLSc) by establishing whether the bacteria present in urine,on or the vulval skin plays a role in causing genital lichen sclerosus. We are looking at many different individuals with and without this skin disease and hope to find out why some individuals are
affected by this skin condition and not others.
Start dates may differ between countries and research sites. The research team are responsible for keeping the information up-to-date.
The recruitment start and end dates are as follows:
Observational type: Cohort study;
You can take part if:
You may not be able to take part if:
Age <18 years Previous topical treatment to genital skin within the last 6 weeks Inability to provide consent Medial conditions (or treatments) resulting in immunosuppression Long-term antibiotic use
Below are the locations for where you can take part in the trial. Please note that not all sites may be open.
The study is sponsored by University College London and funded by THE BRITISH SKIN FOUNDATION; EUROPEAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY AND VENEREOLOGY; .
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