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Lichens colonize trees and rocks all over the world. They are symbiotic communities between fungi and photosynthetically ...

Lichen sclerosus is an uncommon, long-term skin condition where small patches of skin become thin and colorless. The condition can affect any part of the body but most often occurs in the skin around ...

Lichen sclerosus is a skin condition that can increase your risk of cancer. It’s not a type of cancer on its own, but treating this condition can help you prevent vulvar cancer. Lichen sclerosus ...

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After the distraction of fall leaves has passed, don’t assume that your garden is dormant. It’s time to appreciate the beauty of lichen. By Margaret Roach What are lichens? They are neither plant nor ...

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An upside to all this rain? The lichens are loving it. Grey curls of lichen have appeared on the craggy branches of an old Brugmansia in my garden and lacy patches of eau de nil are starting to ...

Lichen sclerosus is an inflammatory skin condition. It doesn’t interfere with your fertility or pregnancy. However, symptoms may fluctuate during pregnancy, especially if it affects your vulvar skin.