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Women's health · Vulval Itching & Lichen Sclerosus · Private clinic in East London

Private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus clinic in London, same-day women's health.

Persistent vulval itching or skin changes should be assessed — conditions like lichen sclerosus are treatable, and assessment excludes rarer causes. Our private women's health clinic in East London offers same-day vulval itching & lichen sclerosus assessment with a private women's health specialist, diagnosis and a clear treatment plan — usually without a referral and often the same day.

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The condition

What is vulval itching & lichen sclerosus?

Persistent vulval itching or skin changes should be assessed — conditions like lichen sclerosus are treatable, and assessment excludes rarer causes.

  • Persistent vulval itching
  • Skin colour or texture change
  • Lichen sclerosus
  • Soreness & splitting
  • Discreet examination
  • Treatment plan

Understanding vulval itching & lichen sclerosus

Vulval Itching & Lichen Sclerosus: symptoms, causes, tests & treatment

Arrange assessment promptly if you have

  • a lump, ulcer or sore that has not healed in four weeks
  • a persistent white, red or dark patch that is thickening or changing
  • bleeding not related to periods, or pain that is worsening
  • itching that has not responded to two courses of antifungal treatment
  • changes in the shape of the vulva, narrowing of the entrance, or splitting skin
  • any of these after the menopause

Vulval cancer is uncommon but is diagnosed late in a great many women, usually because symptoms were treated repeatedly without examination. Any non-healing lesion needs looking at and often a small biopsy. This is quick, done under local anaesthetic, and settles the question.

It is probably not thrush

Recurrent thrush is real, but it is over-diagnosed on symptoms alone and self-treated relentlessly. If antifungal treatment has not worked, the diagnosis is wrong — and the correct answer is an examination, not a third packet from the pharmacy. Common alternatives are lichen sclerosus, eczema or contact dermatitis, psoriasis, lichen planus, low oestrogen after the menopause, and occasionally something that needs a biopsy.

Lichen sclerosus

  • A long-term inflammatory skin condition, most common after the menopause but occurring at any age, including in girls.
  • Intense itching, often worst at night.
  • White, thinned, crinkly or shiny skin, sometimes with bruising or small tears.
  • Soreness, splitting and pain with sex, and stinging on passing urine where skin is broken.
  • Over time, architectural change — loss of the labia minora, burying of the clitoris, narrowing of the entrance. This is what treatment prevents, and it does not reverse once established.
  • It is not contagious, not sexually transmitted, and not caused by anything you did.

Treatment

Strong steroidointment, and it is safe here
3 monthsof a reducing regimen to gain control
Long termmaintenance once or twice a week
  • A potent or very potent steroid ointment is the treatment. Many women are afraid of it and use too little; under-treatment is the main reason it fails.
  • A fingertip unit covers the whole vulva. A 30g tube should last around three months at maintenance.
  • Continue maintenance indefinitely, usually once or twice weekly. Stopping when symptoms settle allows scarring to progress silently.
  • An emollient as a soap substitute, used daily — this alone improves symptoms considerably.
  • Vaginal oestrogen may be added after the menopause.
  • Review at three months, then at least annually to check the skin and adjust treatment.

Skin care that helps everything

Do

  • Wash once a day with water or a plain emollient
  • Wear cotton underwear; none at night
  • Use a barrier ointment before swimming or exercise
  • Use lubricant for sex, and treat splitting promptly
  • Check your own skin monthly with a mirror

Avoid

  • Soap, shower gel, bubble bath, feminine washes and wipes
  • Perfumed products, panty liners worn continuously
  • Tight synthetic clothing and prolonged damp swimwear
  • Repeated over-the-counter antifungals without a diagnosis
  • Scratching — use a cold pack or emollient from the fridge instead

The cancer risk, in proportion

Lichen sclerosus carries a small increased risk of vulval cancer — in the region of a few per cent over a lifetime. Good treatment substantially reduces that risk, which is one of the strongest arguments for maintenance therapy rather than treating flares only. It is a reason to be reviewed annually and to report any new lump or non-healing area, not a reason for alarm.

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Private assessment

See a private women's health specialist for vulval itching & lichen sclerosus in London

At our private women's health clinic on Whitechapel Road in East London, you can see a private women's health specialist or vulval itching & lichen sclerosus doctor without a referral — most days, often the same day. A private GP in East London or consultant women's health specialist will assess you, arrange the right tests and explain your diagnosis and treatment options clearly. We help patients across East London, Canary Wharf, the City, Docklands and Aldgate who want fast, private answers about vulval itching & lichen sclerosus.

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A private women's health clinic for East London & Canary Wharf

Tower Bridge Hospital is on Whitechapel Road in the heart of East London — minutes from Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands and Aldgate. Patients across Tower Hamlets, Wapping, Limehouse and Bethnal Green choose us for a fast, private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus appointment with a women's health specialist, without the wait or the referral.

Why choose us

Why choose our East London private women's health clinic

  • Same-day, no referral — private GP and women's health under one roof
  • Discreet, specialist-led care with GMC-registered clinicians
  • Scans & screening on site — pelvic ultrasound, smears and blood tests
  • Minutes from Canary Wharf & the City of London
  • Menopause to pregnancy — care across every stage
  • Transparent pricing and a clear plan

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See a private women's health specialist for vulval itching & lichen sclerosus — the same day.

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Common questions

Vulval Itching & Lichen Sclerosus in London: your questions answered

Where can I find a private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus specialist near me in East London?

Our private women's health clinic is on Whitechapel Road in East London, minutes from Canary Wharf and the City. You can see a private women's health specialist or vulval itching & lichen sclerosus doctor for assessment and treatment, usually the same day and without a referral.

Can I see a private women's health specialist for vulval itching & lichen sclerosus the same day?

Yes. We hold same-day private appointments most days, including Saturdays, so you can be assessed by a women's health specialist or GP quickly, with tests done in-house where possible.

How much does a private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus appointment cost in London?

We keep pricing transparent — see our fees page or call 020 7916 0029, and we will explain the cost of the vulval itching & lichen sclerosus assessment and any tests before you book.

Do I need a referral to see a private women's health specialist for vulval itching & lichen sclerosus?

No. You can book directly with our clinic. If you are unsure whether to start with a private GP or a women's health specialist, we will guide you.

Which areas do you serve for private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus care?

We see private patients from across East London, Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands, Aldgate, Wapping, Limehouse and Tower Hamlets.

Medically reviewed by Dr Haydar Bolat — Clinical Director, GMC 7138332. Last reviewed August 2026 · next review August 2027. Written in line with our editorial & content-review policy, using guidance from the NHS, NICE and the relevant royal colleges. This information is general and does not replace personal medical advice.

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Private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus care in London & East London — Whitechapel, the City & Canary Wharf

Patients visit our Whitechapel clinic for private vulval Itching & Lichen Sclerosus assessment and treatment from right across London and East London, the City and the Docklands — including Aldgate, Bethnal Green, Bow, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Stratford, Bermondsey and the surrounding areas. Same-day and walk-in appointments are available and you do not need a GP referral.

Easy to reach — minutes from the Royal London Hospital and Aldgate East, Whitechapel, Aldgate and Liverpool Street stations, and one stop from Canary Wharf on the Elizabeth line.

Private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus treatment near me? If you are searching for private vulval itching & lichen sclerosus treatment near me, a vulval itching & lichen sclerosus doctor or specialist near me, or a private clinic near me in East London, our Whitechapel practice is on your doorstep — walk-in and same-day appointments, no GP referral, and no long NHS waiting list.

Book a same-day appointment or call 020 7916 0029. See our transparent fees. Open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm. Private clinic on Whitechapel Road, London E1 — serving Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Islington, the City of London and Southwark.

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