If you’ve been diagnosed with Lichen Sclerosus, there’s a good chance you’ve been given a prescription for a steroids. That’s because high-potency topical corticosteroids are the gold standard treatment for Lichen Sclerosus. Unfortunately, the prescription doesn’t usually come with an explanation of what it does or how to use it. This leads to a lot of confusion, questions, and misconceptions about the safety and effectiveness of steroids for LS.  That’s where my guest, Dr. Jill Krapf, comes in! Dr. Krapf is a researcher and Lichen Sclerosus specialist who works with The Centers for Vulvovaginal Disorders in Tampa, FL. She’s an invaluable resource for those living with LS and helps them understand the condition and treatment. In this blog, we talk about how topical steroids help treat Lichen Sclerosus and how to use them properly. Why are topical steroids used as a treatment for Lichen Sclerosus? Before we talk about how…