Acral Extragenital Lichen Sclerosus and Its Dermoscopic Findings

Lichen sclerosus (LS) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that predominantly affects the genital region of postmenopausal women, often resulting in significant morbidity due to pruritus and pain. Extragenital manifestations are rare and can present a diagnostic challenge. We report a case of a 65-year-old female presenting with white papules and plaques, some with a cribriform appearance, in an acral distribution. We detail the dermoscopic findings observed and provide a review of the relevant published literature on this topic.

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Cureus
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2024-10-07
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.70995
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Genital Health and Disease
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Acral Extragenital Lichen Sclerosus and Its Dermoscopic Findings

Víctor Manuel Tarango‐Martínez, Francisco Javier Alvarez-Rubio
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Acral Extragenital Lichen Sclerosus and Its Dermoscopic Findings

Víctor Manuel Tarango‐Martínez, Francisco Javier Alvarez-Rubio
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Abstract

Lichen sclerosus (LS) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that predominantly affects the genital region of postmenopausal women, often resulting in significant morbidity due to pruritus and pain. Extragenital manifestations are rare and can present a diagnostic challenge. We report a case of a 65-year-old female presenting with white papules and plaques, some with a cribriform appearance, in an acral distribution. We detail the dermoscopic findings observed and provide a review of the relevant published literature on this topic.

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