Isolated lichen planus of lip: Diagnosis and treatment monitoring using dermoscopy

Clin Case Rep. 2018 Nov 22;7(1):146-148. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.1933. eCollection 2019 Jan.

Abstract

Lichen planus (LP) of lip has chances of malignant transformation as it may be exposed to external trauma, smoking, and ultraviolet light. This case highlights the use of dermoscope as a quick noninvasive tool for the diagnosis of LP of lip and monitoring the response to treatment.

Keywords: dermoscopy; lichen planus; mucoscopy; oral lichen planus; wickham striae.

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  • Case Reports