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title: "Lichen Sclerosus: Maintenance Steroid Frequency"
description: "Learn the typical maintenance frequency for topical steroids in lichen sclerosus—often twice weekly once symptoms are controlled."
url: "https://www.myalloy.com/knowledge-base/lichen-sclerosus-maintenance-steroid-frequency"
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# Lichen Sclerosus: Maintenance Steroid Frequency

> Learn the typical maintenance frequency for topical steroids in lichen sclerosus—often twice weekly once symptoms are controlled.

## What is the typical maintenance frequency for topical steroids in lichen sclerosus once symptoms are controlled?

At Alloy, the most specific maintenance example we have is a **topical steroid used chronically twice a week** once symptoms are controlled. The treatment mentioned is usually a high-potency steroid like clobetasol.

We don't have a more detailed standard maintenance schedule in this content, just that long-term local steroid treatment is typical for lichen sclerosus. This [video chapter on lichen sclerosus diagnosis and treatment](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqSpJFSYBUc&t=2847s) is the most relevant source.


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This answer was created using the following resources:

- [The Best Sex-Ed You Never Had - Your Sex Life Through Menopause | Dr. Kelly Casperson - Lichen Sclerosus: Diagnosis and Treatment](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PqSpJFSYBUc)
- [Ask the Expert: Vaginal & Sexual Health in Menopause | Dr. Kelly Casperson - Lichen Sclerosus and Hormones](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYO_LMQn49s)
- [Alloy | Kelly Casperson](https://www.myalloy.com/blog/ask-the-expert-dr-kelly-casperson-on-vaginal-and-sexual-health-in-menopause)

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