Is Vulvar Lichen Sclerosus Genetic and Does it Run in Families
Introduction In our latest blog post, we address a question we encounter frequently in support meetings, “Is vulvar lichen sclerosus genetic and does it run in families?” There is a lot of curiosity around this question, so today, we have decided to tackle it. First, we discuss what genetics is and how it is connected to the development of certain health conditions. Second, we explore what the research says on the topic of genetics and vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) as well as the family connection. We dive into the topic of discussing your diagnosis with your family, and whether a vulvar lichen sclerosus diagnosis means your children will get it. Finally, I (Jaclyn) share a bit of my story in exploring the family connection of VLS. Disclaimers *This post is evidence-based; I draw on the medical literature to share what you need to know about vulvar lichen sclerosus, genetics, and…
