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.
Authors
- Rick Y. Lin (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6226-0375)
- Michael Hohnadel
- Sujitha Yadlapati
- Valeria J Gonzalez-Molina
Institutions
- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (US)
- Bay Area Medical Center (US)
- Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
- Published
- 2025-12-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.36518/2689-0216.2043
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Genetic and rare skin diseases.
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.82