Why is Lichen Sclerosus still so misunderstood? | Dr Rosalind Simpson

Lichen sclerosus affects around 1 in every 100 women in the UK, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood female health conditions. It can cause discomfort, scarring and thinning of the skin. While there is currently no cure, lichen sclerosus can be managed with the right diagnosis and treatment. In this expert interview, Dr Rosalind Simpson explains what lichen sclerosus is, why it is so often misunderstood, and how her research is focused on improving treatment and outcomes for women living with the condition. Dr Simpson also discusses the PEARLS trial, which is exploring the most effective way to use topical corticosteroids to manage disease progression. Chapters: 4:37 - 9:13: Lichens Sclerosus: Understanding and Treating This Skin Condition 9:18 - 11:27: Discussion on Rosalind’s ongoing trial, 'Pearls' 11:41 - 12:59: New Outpatient Clinic Trial Discussion - who can enter the trial and do they need a diagnosis? 13:10 - 14:32: Planning Study Promotion and Recruitment 14:43-15:50: Benefits from the trial 17:00-18:37: How to enter the trial Sign up to my newsletter here. https://bit.ly/3NA40IQ WebsIte: https://myhealthfocus.com