Lichen Sclerosus Skin Lichen Sclerosus Lichen sclerosus is a skin disease that occurs most commonly in women. The cause of lichen sclerosus is not known. Early in the course of the disease, spots on affected skin appear. In some cases, itchy.
Skin becomes fragile and crinkled.
Skin tears easily, resulting in bleeding inside the skin, and consequent bright red or purple discoloration. Bleeding may occur during intercourse. In most cases, lichen sclerosus in nongenital areas of the body does not cause symptoms. Lichen sclerosus around the anus may cause constipation . Scarring does not usually occur.