This Is Perimenopause: Menopause, Perimenopause and Women's Health in Midlife16 Sep

Lichen Sclerosus with Dr. Amanda Selk: Women’s Health, Perimenopause and Menopause Journey

This episode will change how you think about that itch you've been ignoring down there.

Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Amanda Selk, gynecologist and one of the leading voices in vulvar skin conditions, as she breaks down lichen sclerosus. It’s a common but wildly under-recognized chronic skin condition that can permanently change your anatomy if it goes untreated.

In this episode:

What is lichen sclerosus?
Symptoms to watch for
Why your doctor probably isn't checking for this, even during a Pap smear
The permanent anatomical changes that can happen if it's left untreated
How lichen sclerosus is diagnosed and treated
The genetic and hormonal factors at play, including why perimenopause and postpartum estrogen drops can trigger symptoms
How to become "a looker" with Dr. Selk's simple monthly self-exam habit to catch problems early

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Dr. Amanda SelkDr. Amanda Selk is one of Canada’s leading experts in vulvar skin disorders and HPV-related disease. As a gynecologist, educator, and advocate, she is dedicated to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and understanding of conditions that can have a profound impact on women’s health and quality of life.

Through her clinical practice, research, and teaching, Dr. Selk cares for women with complex vulvar conditions, including lichen sclerosus, and works to advance awareness of HPV prevention, screening, and management. She is passionate about closing knowledge gaps for both patients and healthcare providers, ensuring women receive timely diagnoses, evidence-based care, and the support they need to navigate often misunderstood conditions.

A sought-after speaker and educator, Dr. Selk is committed to breaking down stigma and creating more open conversations about women’s health. Through her social media platform, @drselkdownthere, she shares evidence-based information on vulvar health, HPV, menopause, sexual health, and gynecologic care, helping women access trustworthy health information where they are already seeking it.

Bottom line: Dr. Selk is passionate about helping women feel informed, supported, and confident in their healthcare while driving meaningful change in vulvar health and HPV care.

Links for this episode

Dr. Amanda Selk on Instagram

Dr. Amanda Selk Podcast - The Vulva Diaries

Lichen Sclerosus Guide (patient information)

Lichen Sclerosus: ISSVD Practical Guide to Diagnosis and Management

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