Episode 256: Misdiagnosed for Years: Lichen Sclerosus & Lichen Planus with Dr. Jill Krapf

Burning. Itching. Tearing during sex. Told it's "just dryness" or "just menopause" — but the treatment never works.It might be lichen sclerosus or lichen planus — two skin conditions that affect the vulva and are diagnosed late (often years late) because they get mistaken for recurrent yeast infections or normal aging.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jill Krapf of the Center for Vulvovaginal Disorders to talk about:🔹 How to tell LS and LP apart from "just" dryness or yeast🔹 Why untreated lichen sclerosus carries a real (small) cancer risk🔹 What effective treatment actually looks like🔹 When surgery or further intervention becomes part of the picture🔗 Connect with Dr. Carolyn Moyers📸 Instagram: @drcarolynmoyers🎥 YouTube: @drcarolynmoyers🌐 Website: www.skywomenshealth.com🔗About Dr. Jill Krapf: Dr. Jill Krapf is a board-certified OB/GYN and founder of the Center for Vulvovaginal Disorders, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of complex vulvar and vaginal conditions, including lichen sclerosus, lichen planus, and pelvic pain disorders.📸 Instagram: @jillkrapfmd🌐 Website: https://jillkrapfmd.com/