So far, there is no definitive explanation to why you have lichen sclerosis. Which can make it difficult to understand why one got it and how best to treat the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For some specialists, the disorder is thought to be\u00a0autoimmune. Basically, it’s an allergic reaction against a part of your own body. The body attacks otherwise healthy skin – most frequently in the genital area. Other specialist doctors claim there is not yet the basis for a precise explanation. Whatever the cause of lichen sclerosis, if not treated, it can lead to some problematic consequences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is not said to put you off!\u00a0We just want you to know that it is a good idea to find a specialist who can help you and follow your progress if you have lichen sclerosis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To lessen your symptoms, there are some non-medical actions you can take parallel to your treatment: Discuss with your doctor whether this is recommendable in your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although urination and defecation can be painful, it is vital that you still go when you need to! Holding in your waste is not good for your body. Put on some balm before going to the bathroom to help create a barrier for your skin. (Props & Pearls recommends<\/a>) Be sure to drink enough, so your urine is light in colour and smell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stay sexually active – maybe it is all about making new definitions<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Focus on the stimuli that make you feel good and give you pleasure. Use your imagination! Penetration has no veto on sex. Read When deep penetration hurts<\/a>, Penetration has no veto power<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hold on to your sexuality; it makes you glow<\/span><\/span> if you nurture it well. Many lose the motivation for staying sexually active. You risk ending up with<\/span><\/span> a rusty connection, and sexual impulses get weaker and weaker. Luckily it can be restored and glow again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The bonus of being sexually active having lichen, is that the blood in the tissue gets beautifully circulated, fed with oxygen, and the nerves once again sending cheerful messages to the brain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you yearn to be sexually active with a partner and you don’t know how to go about it, it is super to have a few prepared sentences on hand. Maybe start to set expectations low<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find more inspiration in The Love Bit<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Remember first of all: sex is all about having fun, laughing and feeling each other’s bodies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The path that is going to be your path you will need to find together. Be open to each other’s suggestions, remember them and dare to try out different things in search of your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gritting your teeth is an utterly horrendous idea when you should be enjoying yourself. If your skin breaks while having sex, your tissue and skin will become even more inelastic because of scarrings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Find more inspiration in The Love Bit<\/a>, As a Couple<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n You have to express your needs and wishes. Ask yourself “What is sex to me?” Consider your definition – sex is a creature of habit about which we have quite fixed ideas. Read Test Your Sexual Perception<\/a> and find out if you feel the desire in itself is valuable for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you expand the possibilities for what sex can be, you will have the opportunity to feel success, pleasure and satisfaction? Sex is a lot about attitude – how we value it. <\/a>Read Stimulation and Sensation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Train yourself in stopping if sex is hurtful. No man has been sent to an emergency room because lacking an ejaculation. You need to know that you are capable of stopping or turn to other alternatives in case it hurts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There are certain actions you can take to prevent or limit pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lichen can challenge you regarding touch of the vulva area, and penetration can be unpleasant and hurtful, especially when the tissue and skin are inflexible and fragile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you like the feeling of being filled out and feel okay with a little penetration, make sure that the both of you are wired up before penetration, that will bring pleasure to both of you and save the tissue from friction. Remember to use silicone based lubrication. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Is friction causing trouble? Make sure to lie still and have an intense penetration with minimal movement. Remember to protect skin and lubricating wall. Do very deep breaths, as if your cervix would embrace the penis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If penetration is a no go – do not close the gate to sex. Use hands, mouth, thighs. Read Penetration has no veto power<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Read The Love Bit<\/a> <\/a>for more inspiration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Put words to your concerns and your wishes. You have to raise the torch and lead the way for you and for your body’s sake. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" So far, there is no definitive explanation to why you have lichen sclerosis. Which can make it difficult to understand why one got it and how best to treat the condition. For some specialists, the disorder is thought to be\u00a0autoimmune. Basically, it’s an allergic reaction against a part of your own body. 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IN A RELATIONSHIP<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
TIPS N’ TRICKS FOR THOSE WHO HAVE LICHEN SCLEROSIS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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