An Unusual Presentation of Lichen Planus Pigmentosus Inversus Responsive to Topical Tacrolimus: A Case Report

This case report highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with LPPI and discusses its potential response to topical tacrolimus. Our findings indicate that tacrolimus 0.1% ointment provides a safe and effective nonsteroidal treatment alternative for LPPI. Given the possible impact of LPPI on quality of life, timely diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial. Due to the absence of established treatment protocols for LPPI, further studies are necessary to better understand treatment responses and guide therapeutic strategies, particularly for individuals with darker skin tones.

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HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
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2025-12-31
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https://doi.org/10.36518/2689-0216.2043
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Genetic and rare skin diseases.
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An Unusual Presentation of Lichen Planus Pigmentosus Inversus Responsive to Topical Tacrolimus: A Case Report

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An Unusual Presentation of Lichen Planus Pigmentosus Inversus Responsive to Topical Tacrolimus: A Case Report

Rick Y. Lin, Michael Hohnadel, Sujitha Yadlapati, Valeria J Gonzalez-Molina
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Abstract

This case report highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with LPPI and discusses its potential response to topical tacrolimus. Our findings indicate that tacrolimus 0.1% ointment provides a safe and effective nonsteroidal treatment alternative for LPPI. Given the possible impact of LPPI on quality of life, timely diagnosis and appropriate management are crucial. Due to the absence of established treatment protocols for LPPI, further studies are necessary to better understand treatment responses and guide therapeutic strategies, particularly for individuals with darker skin tones.

HCA Healthcare Journal of MedicineVol. 6(6)
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (US), Bay Area Medical Center (US), Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (US)
Openalex Percentile: Top 10%
Genetic and rare skin diseases.
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