New indication for PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) treatment is a condition called lichen sclerosus or other vulvar dystrophy, chronic disorders affecting the skin around the genitals, causing very itchy and sore white spots and other skin discolorations and abnormalities. There is a false reassurance that there is no treatment for it, other than topical steroid cream that also makes the skin thinner, causes other side effects and cannot improve sexual function.
PRP is great option to address the postmenopausal vaginal dryness and atrophy that without treatment develops the problems such as irritation, dryness and painful intercourse. The Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a standard of treatment for vaginal atrophy recently gives ground to less risky choice such as PRP without related to HRT side effects or minimal side effects with PRP and HRT combination.
