Lichen Planus

Question 1

what are the features of lichen planus?

Answer 1

• itchy, papular rash (palms, soles, genitalia, flexor surfaces)
• polygonal in shape, with ‘white lines’ patter on the surface
• koebner phenomenon
• oral involvement

Question 2

lichen planus characteristics

Answer 2

purple, pruritic, papular, polygonal rash on flexor surfaces

Question 3

what is wickham’s striae?

Answer 3

‘white-lines’ pattern on the surface

Question 4

what are the drug causes of lichenoid drug eruptions?

Answer 4

• gold
• quinine
• thiazide

Question 5

what is the management of lichen planus?

Answer 5

potent topical steroids

Question 6

what treatment is recommended for oral lichen planus?

Answer 6

benzydamine mouthwash or spray

Question 7

what is the management of extensive lichen planus?

Answer 7

oral steroids or immunosuppresion