Testosterone pellet implant therapy for lichen sclerosus.
Lichen sclerosus is a benign chronic skin disease predominantly affecting the vulva in post-menopausal women. Various methods of therapy have been recommended for this stubborn and uncomfortable condition. The article describes a new method of therapy for patients suffering from this disorder, utilizing subcutaneously-implanted testosterone pellets to obtain extended remission of symptoms.
Wright
A J
AJ
Smith-Glynn-Callaway Clinic, Springfield, MO 65807-7396.
D004343:Drug Implants; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D017512:Lichenoid Eruptions / Q000188:drug therapy*; D008875:Middle Aged; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D013739:Testosterone / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014845:Vulvar Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy*
D004343:Drug Implants; D013739:Testosterone