Vulva Checks for Vulvar Cancer: What to Look out For
21
Apr
By Jaclyn Lanthier
Jaclyn Video

Vulva Checks for Vulvar Cancer: What to Look out For

Introduction *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. *Content Warning* Please note that this video contains discussions of vulvar cancer and includes a traumatic story of a survivor's fight for a diagnosis. Mentions of sexual assault and trauma are also included. If this doesn't feel safe for you right now, please return when you feel more grounded. If you do watch the video, please be sure to do self-care afterward. In this video, I am joined by the beautiful LS and vulvar cancer warrior Yohanna Hoehler, founder and director of Vulvar Cancer Awareness Forum (more on Yohanna below). One of our first videos on LSSN's channel was vulva checks for lichen sclerosus. However, given that lichen sclerosus has a slightly increased risk of developing vulvar cancer, many folks started messaging us about what…
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How I Successfully Overcame the Fear of Performing My Vulva Check
21
Mar
By Kathy
Kathy Blog

How I Successfully Overcame the Fear of Performing My Vulva Check

Whether or not you have Lichen Sclerosus, checking your vulva on a regular basis is an important part of your health. Anyone with a vulva should do a self-exam once a month, just like everyone with breasts should do a monthly breast self-exam. Because vulva checks aren’t talked about much, it may seem weird to do one. And, if you have Lichen Sclerosus, you may be nervous about the kind of changes you may see. Know that with the right education and practice, it can become a routine part of your health that you’ll get more comfortable with. In this blog, I’ll share with you my first experience doing a vulva check and how you can do one on your own. Plus, I’ll connect you to some helpful LSSN resources to make your experience easier. Preparing for My First Vulva Check When I was first diagnosed with Lichen Sclerosus, I…
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Vulva Checks for Lichen Sclerosus
13
Jan
By Jaclyn Lanthier
Jaclyn Video

Vulva Checks for Lichen Sclerosus

Introduction to Vulva Checks for Lichen Sclerosus In this video, we are going to discuss vulva checks for lichen sclerosus. I start by discussing why they are so important. I share what you need to do one, how to do one, and what you need to look out for in terms of lichen sclerosus. Additionally, I review two ways to document important changes and what to do if you suspect your LS is progressing. Be sure to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more educational LS content. *Disclaimer: This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your medical provider before making any changes to your health plan. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9fnXDh5up4&t=5s Important Links Get my FREE lichen sclerosus eBook with over 60+ pages of evidence-based information and support guidance here. Join LSSN's FREE LS virtual support meetup here. Are you looking for more individualized support? I…
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