2005
DOI: 10.1542/peds.2004-1544
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Constipation as a Feature of Anogenital Lichen Sclerosus in Children

Abstract: Results. Eighteen of 24 questionnaires were completed and returned. The average age of onset of LS was 4.2 years, but average age at diagnosis was 5.2 years; only 1 patient was diagnosed correctly by her primary care physician. Itching was the most common symptom (78%). Severe constipation was reported in 67% of patients, and 89% had at least 1 gastrointestinal complaint (bleeding with bowel movements, fissuring, soiling, fecal impaction, or constipation).Conclusions. L ichen sclerosus (LS) is an uncommon infl… Show more

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“…American researchers emphasized the high incidence of constipation associated with anogenital LS, which was seen in 67% of their study population. 18 This presentation can be quite different to adults who normally present with itch and dyspareunia.…”
Section: Clinical Presentation In Childrenmentioning
confidence: 97%
“…American researchers emphasized the high incidence of constipation associated with anogenital LS, which was seen in 67% of their study population. 18 This presentation can be quite different to adults who normally present with itch and dyspareunia.…”
Section: Clinical Presentation In Childrenmentioning
confidence: 97%
“…Additionally, children with LS may present with gastrointestinal complaints due to perianal involvement. In a study of 18 girls with anogenital LS, 89% reported at least one gastrointestinal complaint of whom 67% experienced constipation (Edwards, 2011, Maronn and Esterly, 2005). …”
Section: Lichen Sclerosusmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Lichen sclerosus is a disease that is commonly reported in adult women. However, it is also seen in children; approximately 7-15% of all cases are seen in prepubertal females [82][83][84]. It is most commonly seen in the vulva, with the characteristic white lesions and a sand-paper texture [85].…”
Section: Vulvovaginal Pathologymentioning
confidence: 99%