Free Masterclass on Vulvar LS with Dr. Jill Krapf
15
Jan
By Jaclyn Lanthier
Jaclyn Blog

Free Masterclass on Vulvar LS with Dr. Jill Krapf

Introduction Happy New Year to all of our beautiful LS warriors! We wish you a year filled with answers, healing, and empowerment. January 17 is almost here, and you know what that means: Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus Awareness Day. This global day highlights the condition and works to break the stigma around it. To mark the occasion, we’re starting 2026 with something deeply needed: open, evidence-based, and empowering education about vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS). We’re hosting a free live screening of a Masterclass on Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus, led by Dr. Jill Krapf, one of the field’s leading experts, followed by a live Q&A. Register here. This event is free because everyone deserves access to high-quality medical education. VLS already creates enough barriers, and cost should not be one of them. Register or donate here. Replays are only available to registered users! Why a Masterclass with Dr. Jill Krapf? Dr. Krapf is…
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The Low-Down on Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus Symptoms
06
Jan
By Jaclyn Lanthier
Jaclyn Blog

The Low-Down on Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus Symptoms

Introduction Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic condition that affects many individuals, yet it remains under-discussed and often misunderstood. This blog post aims to provide clarity on VLS symptoms, including how they present, what might trigger flares, and why symptoms vary from person to person. Understanding these aspects is crucial for better self-management and communication with healthcare providers. Whether you are newly diagnosed or seeking more information about VLS, this guide will walk you through the key points to help you better navigate this condition. Disclaimers *This post is evidence-based; I draw on the medical literature to share what you need to know about vulvar lichen sclerosus and VLS symptoms. Importantly, what I share is my interpretation of the science and data. **If this post is helpful to you, we'd love your support so we can continue providing important education like this. Make a donation today, volunteer with us,…
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Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus and Herpes: What You Need to Know
16
Sep
By Jaclyn Lanthier
Jaclyn Blog

Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus and Herpes: What You Need to Know

Introduction We all know misdiagnosis is a common theme in the vulvar lichen sclerosus community. Many of us experience multiple misdiagnoses before finally getting the correct one. A common misdiagnosis that folks receive is genital herpes. In this post, we will review what you need to know about vulvar lichen sclerosus and herpes. We share what herpes is, how it is diagnosed and treated, and why some people get misdiagnosed with herpes when it is really vulvar lichen sclerosus. We share a word of caution about herpes diagnoses and share how to treat and manage symptoms if you have both vulvar lichen sclerosus and genital herpes. Disclaimers *This post is evidence-based; I draw on the medical literature to share what you need to know about vulvar lichen sclerosus and herpes. Importantly, what I share is my interpretation of the science and data. **If this post is helpful to you, we'd…
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Do You Need Vaginal Dilators for Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus
09
Sep
By Jaclyn Lanthier
Jaclyn Blog

Do You Need Vaginal Dilators for Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus

Introduction Hey there! If you've been hanging out in online support groups or forums for vulvar or vaginal health, you might have stumbled across a lot of talk about vaginal dilators. It’s totally normal to wonder, “Wait a minute, do I need to be using these too?” and “Why hasn’t my doctor mentioned this?” If you’re feeling a bit confused, you’re definitely not alone. We’ve actually been getting quite a few questions lately about whether vaginal dilators are something people with Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus (VLS) should be using. So, we thought it would be helpful to put together a little guide to clear things up. Disclaimers *This post is an opinion piece by Jaclyn, based on her lived experience, as there is a general lack of research on the topic of vaginal dilators for vulvar lichen sclerosus.  ***If this post is helpful to you, we’d love your support so we…
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Fat Grafting for Lichen Sclerosus and Sexual Health
19
Oct
By Jaclyn Lanthier
Jaclyn Video

Fat Grafting for Lichen Sclerosus and Sexual Health

Introduction For today’s video, I am joined by the wonderful Dr. Aurora Almadori. Dr. Almadori talks to us about the potential for fat grafting to improve skin texture and sexual pain. We discuss what steroids can and cannot do, sexual health and lichen sclerosus, the difference between stem cells, PRP, and fat grafting. Then we dive into current research that is investigating the potential for fat grafting to improve skin texture and sexual pain. We also discuss the question of if fat grafting can increase the side of our labia minora and if reconstructive surgery is recommended for folks with vulvar lichen sclerosus. Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content. If this video was helpful to you, we’d love your support so we can continue providing important education like this. Make a donation today at https://lssupportnetwork.org/donate. *Disclaimer: This video is for…
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Those with Lichen Sclerosus
08
Aug
By Kathy
Kathy Blog

Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy for Those with Lichen Sclerosus

The muscles at the base of your pelvic floor are like any other muscle in your body. They can weaken, hold tension and affect how your body works. Pelvic floor physical therapy can help those with Lichen Sclerosus keep their pelvic floor muscles healthy. That’s where experts like Ashley Stump, PFPT, come in. As a pelvic floor physical therapist, she helps people with various problems, including painful sex, urinary and bowel issues, pelvic pain, and pain from LS. I spoke with Ashley to learn more about what she does as pelvic floor PT and how it benefits those with LS. How does Lichen Sclerosus affect your pelvic floor muscles? If you have LS, you already know the condition affects various parts of your life. It also involves multiple parts of your body, including your pelvic floor.  Just like people can hold tension in their neck muscles, they can also have…
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