During my lady exam in September, my doctor asked me if I'd had any jock itch type issues lately. Which I'd had and figured it was a yeast infection. Turns out it wasn't that and from her description, it sounded like the skin in that area has thickened, turned white and is somewhat fissured.

Skip ahead 2.5 months and not only am I on the 2nd prescription for a topical cream (and am using hypo-allergenic/gentle detergent and soap), but now I have an anal fissure as well. I had a follow up appointment with the doctor she shares her practice with and the term "Lichen Sclerosus" came up. They're going to have to consult and make a decision about my treatment, but from what I understand, it's either due to stress or an auto-immune disorder. I've never ever heard of this condition before. How bad/unpleasant could it get and what my chances are for getting it fixed? Anybody been through this and willing to share their experiences? I'm tired of having to apply topical ointments to both ends, not to mention the day to day physical discomfort.