LICHEN PLANUS UNDERWEAR

Pavone's bamboo women's underwear works optimally for vulvar Lichen Planus because the underwear features a breathable and anti-leak crotch made of 95% pure bamboo. This fabric feels like silk, absorbs, works hypoallergenically and stays dry to the touch. The Pavone briefs offer optimal wearing comfort, making flare-ups of LP less likely.

Women with vulvar Lichen Planus who are under treatment by a specialist are advised to lubricate with corticosteroid (medicated) ointment and use oily ointments. These ointments unfortunately cause stains in clothes. Women therefore often feel compelled to use panty liners to protect clothes. Panty liners are made of polyester (plastic) so the ointments create a scalding effect which exacerbates symptoms of LP. Pavone's underwear offers 3-layer protection made up of several layers of bamboo. Bamboo fleece is in direct contact with the skin, this fabric absorbs quickly and is hypoallergenic. Bamboo by Pavone is made of 95% pure bamboo and the underwear is permanently tested extensively by women with vulvar Lichen Planus.

The underwear may become saturated due to the use of oily ointments. In case of saturation, we recommend soaking the underwear overnight in soda crystals and washing once every three weeks at 60C degrees with a rpm of 800. During the wash cycle, we recommend our customers add a cup of natural vinegar in the fabric softener compartment. The vinegar replaces fabric softener, not detergent. Natural vinegar works optimally as a fabric softener to keep colours beautiful, remove stains, reduce odours and prevent skin irritation.

Pavone Lingerie designs its underwear in-house and is extensively tested by women with vulvar Lichen Planus. Women with Lichen Planus most appreciate the following models: Maxi Giorgia, Midi Aurora, Waist Comfort, Bikeshort Sienna and Basic Giulia.

Pavone Lingerie works closely with Verein Lichen Sclerosus Network, Vulvodynia and Lichen Planus. This foundation recommends the use of Pavone Lingerie underwear. In cooperation with Verein Lichen Sclerosus Netzwerk, Vulvodynie and Lichen Planus, we offer a discount code of 25%: vereinlichenplanuspavone

Lichen planus is a (non-contagious) inflammatory disease of the skin, nails and mucous membranes (also in vagina), as well as the vulva and penis.
On the skin, the rash usually consists of flat, shiny and itchy, red to light purple, bumps with a network of finely branched white stripes.
The cause is still unknown and it is assumed that it is an autoimmune disorder.

What symptoms do you have in case of vulvar LP?

1) Pain
2) Itching
3) Characteristic of LP is the so-called Koebner phenomenon: a new LP site develops at the site of a skin injury (from scratching, for example).
4) The vagina can narrow

What do you see?

1) The inner labia may become smaller or disappear
2) With LP in the vagina, i.e. on the mucous membrane, there is a red discoloration, where it looks like open wounds are present, and there may be bloody discharge
3) On the skin of the vulva, shiny and itchy, red to slightly purple, flat bumps with a network of finely branched white streaks may be present.

Is more investigation needed?

LP needs to be treated properly so you should see a doctor with this, preferably one who is experienced in this. A doctor with experience can recognize LP after listening to your story and conducting a physical examination. If in doubt, a biopsy may be taken.

How to get rid of it?

LP on the vulva and in the vagina are usually chronic and often difficult to treat. Treatment with strong corticosteroid ointments usually does provide relief. In persistent cases that do not respond sufficiently to the ointments, treatment with anti-inflammatories in tablet form may be considered. (preferably in combination with ointments)