Lichen planus Flashcards
1
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Signs and Symptoms
A
Signs & symptoms:
o Clusters of shiny, raised, purple-red blotches on your arms, legs or body
o May see fine white lines on the blotches
o White patches on your gums, tongue or the insides of your cheeks
o Sore red patches on vulva or ring-shaped purple/white patches on penis
2
Q
Investigations and Management
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· Investigations -> clinical diagnosis
· Management:
o 1st line: High-dose topical steroids (e.g. Clobetasol)
o 2nd line: topical calcineurin inhibitor (e.g. tacrolimus)
o If vaginal stenosis, dilatation with manual measures should be attempted in the first instance
