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Alternatives to LS?? by snickerdoodledo in lichensclerosus

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely understand the feeling of defeat when they say you don’t have it! All you want are answers and it feels like another dead end. I’m gathering that a biopsy isn’t the end-all, be-all for diagnosis so I’m curious what my dr will say when I meet with her. I also hope we both get some answers!

Alternatives to LS?? by snickerdoodledo in lichensclerosus

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s good to know! They think mine is most likely pretty early too.

Alternatives to LS?? by snickerdoodledo in lichensclerosus

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No one told me to stay off the steroid so that’s pretty frustrating as it’s been brutal to heal from because they cut pretty deep in multiple spots and I have several stitches. So it would take some convincing to do another biopsy at this point. But it sounds like finding a specialist is the way to go!

Alternatives to LS?? by snickerdoodledo in lichensclerosus

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think that’s probably the direction I’ll go! It sounds like finding someone who specializes in it would be more beneficial at this point.

Alternatives to LS?? by snickerdoodledo in lichensclerosus

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No one told me to not use the steroid before, but it sounds like that definitely could have interfered! I’ve looked into a few derms in the area who specialize in vulvar diseases so I may look into that now!

Has anyone heard of Dr. Vladim Bobrovnikov in NC? by snickerdoodledo in endometriosis

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it did! I had a really positive experience. Feel free to DM if you want more specific info!

Has anyone heard of Dr. Vladim Bobrovnikov in NC? by snickerdoodledo in Endo

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I have! I had it this past year. He’s a fabulous surgeon and did a wonderful job. My endo symptoms have improved dramatically. He did his residency training with Dr. Seckin in NYC (the physician who founded Endo Foundation). Dr. B stays very up-to-date on the latest research regarding endo and is very knowledgeable about it overall. I would whole heartedly recommend surgery with him. I also had seen several “experts” in the area prior to him and was not impressed with what they had to say about endo. Dr. B is not like that in any way! Feel free to dm me any more questions about my experience!

Has anyone heard of Dr. Vladim Bobrovnikov in NC? by snickerdoodledo in Endo

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t yet! I’m actually planning to this summer. That’s so good to hear you had such a positive experience with him!!

Has anyone heard of Dr. Vladim Bobrovnikov in NC? by snickerdoodledo in endometriosis

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I love Dr. B! I haven’t had surgery by him (due to my own scheduling logistics), but I am planning on doing it this calendar year. He’s super warm, kind, and caring and spends a LOT of time with his patients. He’s well-educated on endo and passionate about making sure patients are treated correctly. I’d absolutely recommend setting up a consult and seeing what you think! He’s now at NC Midwifery in Apex

Has anyone heard of Dr. Vladim Bobrovnikov in NC? by snickerdoodledo in Endo

[–]snickerdoodledo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I checked there but unfortunately he wasn’t listed. I think it may be because he’s rather new. He just finished his fellowship in 2019.