Lichen sclerosis raises vulvar cancer concerns noted by doctors
A patient with vulvar lichen sclerosus asks about cancer risk and testing beyond biopsy. Doctors explain LS is common in postmenopausal women, usually diagnosed by exam, biopsy confirmation ideal, and cancer risk under 5 percent. treatment may reduce risk and monitoring is advised.
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Roach
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The mystery of the circle W care symbol
Dear Heloise explains that a circle with a W means wet cleaning using water with special equipment. Some fabrics can be cleaned with water while others cannot, so follow the care label and check with the cleaner for questions.
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Gini P
Goto
Halloween hacks and practical gift ideas from Heloise
Readers share tips for Halloween without candy boosting safety and allergy awareness. Suggestions include small toy sacks, stickers, ice cream coupons, glow sticks, and coins from a big jack o lantern. A reader explains donating personal care items via coupons to shelters stretches value and aids families in need.
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Jane S
Augusta
Maine
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