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Gabriel treats lichen sclerosus as autoimmune inflammatory condition requiring systemic and local approach.
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Gabriel treats lichen sclerosus as autoimmune inflammatory condition requiring systemic and local approach. He addresses immune modulation through gut healing and anti-inflammatory protocols, optimizes hormone levels (topical and systemic estrogen/testosterone if deficient), tests for underlying infections including Lyme disease, uses high-dose vitamin D and immune-supporting nutrients, combines with appropriate topical steroids when needed but focuses on reversing autoimmune process not just suppressing symptoms. Also addresses the significant emotional/sexual impact.
High-potency topical corticosteroids (clobetasol propionate - first-line), topical calcineurin inhibitors (tacrolimus, pimecrolimus), topical testosterone sometimes, circumcision for severe cases in men, surgery for scarring/narrowing, regular monitoring (small cancer risk if untreated).
Topical steroids suppress but don't reverse autoimmune process (lifelong treatment often needed), side effects from long-term steroid use (thinning skin, more fragility), doesn't address root causes (autoimmune triggers, hormonal factors, infections), no investigation of Lyme connection, doesn't optimize vitamin D or other immune-modulating nutrients, inadequate addressing of sexual dysfunction and psychological impact, doesn't address gut-immune connection, high recurrence if steroids stopped without addressing underlying causes.
A comprehensive, tiered approach combining supplements, herbs, and advanced therapies
Choose the level that's right for your healing journey
What's Included
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What's Included
Whole food supplements by Standard Process
What's Included
Standard Process + Matter peptides
Anti-inflammatory AIP diet eliminating gluten, dairy, sugar, processed foods, focus on nutrient-dense whole foods high in vitamins A, D, E and zinc, increase omega-3 rich foods (wild fish, grass-fed meats), colorful antioxidant-rich vegetables, eliminate inflammatory oils, reduce oxalates if high (spinach, almonds, chocolate) as some LS patients sensitive, adequate protein, bone broth for collagen and gut healing, fermented foods for microbiome support, consider low-histamine diet if histamine intolerance present, stay well-hydrated.
Avoid irritants (harsh soaps, douches, perfumed products), use gentle hypoallergenic cleansers, wear cotton underwear (avoid synthetic fabrics), avoid tight clothing, vitamin E oil topically, coconut oil or EMU oil topically for moisture and anti-inflammatory effects, pelvic floor physical therapy if pain or scarring, dilators if narrowing present, open communication with partner about sexual impact, stress management (autoimmune conditions worsen with stress), adequate sleep, consider topical bio-identical testosterone or estrogen (prescription), avoid scratching (worsens inflammation).
Evidence-based practices that complement physical treatment protocols
Managing anxiety and stress that worsen autoimmune conditions.
Specialized therapy for pain, scarring, and sexual dysfunction from LS.
Proper care techniques, dilator use, and scar tissue management.
Addressing the significant impact on sexual function, intimacy, and relationships.
LS affects intimate areas and is isolating - connection with others reduces shame and isolation.
Curated for Lichen Sclerosus
Supplements + Chinese herbal medicine
Standard Process + classical TCM
Standard Process + advanced peptide therapy
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