Publications by authors named "J Bodziony"

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  • Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic inflammatory condition primarily affecting the vulvar area in young girls, causing symptoms like itching, discomfort, and a characteristic 'figure 8' appearance during exams.
  • The study aimed to differentiate VLS from other autoimmune skin diseases by analyzing medical histories and blood samples of affected girls aged 2-18.
  • Key findings showed that symptoms like itching, soreness, and erythema were prevalent in the VLS group, highlighting the need for proper diagnosis and management to improve patient care.
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Introduction: Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS), a chronic inflammatory skin disorder, often coexists with autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD). VLS presents with subtle symptoms including vulvar itching and discomfort. Clinically, a "Figure 8" pattern involving the labia minora, clitoral hood, and perianal region is often observed.

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Introduction: The incidence of twin pregnancy is estimated at 1 per 80 single pregnancies. As the topic of sexual function among women with multiple pregnancy is insufficiently developed, we believe it is appropriate to raise this subject.

Methods: A prospective study was conducted on 100 women during subsequent trimesters of pregnancy.

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Introduction: The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic affected many aspects of life involving sexual functioning. Methods: This prospective, noninterventional, observational research was performed from July 2020 to August 2020, involving a total of 644 patients. Female sexual function index (FSFI) scores of those women were compared in relation to results of our research from April 2020.

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Vulvar lichen sclerosus (VLS) is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the anogenital region, which may present in a prepubertal or adolescent patient. The most popular theories are its autoimmune and genetic conditioning, although theories concerning hormonal and infectious etiology have also been raised. The most common presenting symptoms of VLS is vulva pruritus, discomfort, dysuria and constipation.

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