Male genital lichen sclerosus and associated symptoms range and severity: Results of a questionnaire study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Male genital lichen sclerosus (MGLS) is a chronic inflammatory condition most often seen in uncircumcised men. It has an association with squamous cell carcinoma of the penis and causes significant morbidity in many men. It may present with a range of symptoms, notably male dyspareunia. The full range of symptoms in individuals has yet to be elucidated.

Aim

To identify the range and severity of patient's symptoms using a questionnaire to quantify symptoms, including sexual function and urinary symptoms. Patients with MGLS were compared against patients diagnosed with other genital skin conditions (non-MGLS).

Methods

Retrospective review of patients attending a specialist male genital skin clinic. A questionnaire, where symptoms were ranked between 0 (not pr

SUBMITTER: Shah M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10549852 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature