Thighs burning from steroid cream

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How do I stop the top of my thighs burning and getting raw from the steroid cream which seems to migrate to them?
Thanks
Alex

[Dr Nevianna Bordet]

The potent steroid cream that is used to treat Lichen sclerosus can irritate the skin if it consistently comes into contact with your thighs or buttocks. To prevent this, apply a good barrier cream to the skin on your thighs. I usually recommend an ointment (such as Hydromol ointment/ Epaderm ointment/ Cetraben ointment). These are quite greasy but will help. You could also try the barrier creams that are sold for baby nappy rash and I personally find Metanium ointment very effective, but be warned that it stains yellow and can stain your clothing and bedsheets. I would also recommend that you apply your steroid cream at night time to the vulval skin and wear some well fitting underwear as well as 100% cotton snug pyjamas to ensure the cream stays where it should and does not migrate to your thighs.