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What Does Thickening Of The Vaginal Wall Indicate?

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Posted on Thu, 3 Feb 2022
Question: I have thickening of the vaginal wall. What does this mean?
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Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Possible diagnosis: Lichen planus

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Thickening of vaginal wall can be caused by lichen planus, which is an autoimmune condition. Biopsy can confirm the diagnosis. Treatment is with corticosteroid cream.
Please be advised to follow up with your OBGYN to undergo vaginal biopsy.

Hope this answers your question
Please let me know if you need further clarification
Regards
Dr. Lekshmi
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What Does Thickening Of The Vaginal Wall Indicate?

Brief Answer: Possible diagnosis: Lichen planus Detailed Answer: Hello, Thickening of vaginal wall can be caused by lichen planus, which is an autoimmune condition. Biopsy can confirm the diagnosis. Treatment is with corticosteroid cream. Please be advised to follow up with your OBGYN to undergo vaginal biopsy. Hope this answers your question Please let me know if you need further clarification Regards Dr. Lekshmi