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Review
. 2021 Sep;38(5):1283-1287.
doi: 10.1111/pde.14812. Epub 2021 Sep 24.

A case of annular atrophic lichen planus in a child and review of the literature

Samantha Sears  1 , Karishma Daftary  2 , Andrea Burch  1 , Patricia Todd  3
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Review

A case of annular atrophic lichen planus in a child and review of the literature

Samantha Sears et al. Pediatr Dermatol. 2021 Sep.

Abstract

Lichen planus (LP) is an inflammatory disease affecting both adults and children that may present with numerous rare morphologies. LP and its many subtypes can prove difficult to treat and often leave patients with dyspigmentation. Additionally, pruritus associated with LP can be distressing to patients. The aim of this report is to highlight an uncommon subtype, annular atrophic lichen planus, which uniquely presented in a child, to emphasize the importance of early disease recognition and finally, to demonstrate successful treatment with topical monotherapy with clobetasol propionate ointment.

Keywords: dermatopathology; dyspigmentation; inflammatory disorders; pruritus; topical therapy.

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