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Oral mucosal lichen planus in children
1Unit of Oral Medicine, University of Birmingham School of Dentistry, St. Chad's Queensway, Birmingham B4 6NN, UK.
Insights
Lichen planus is rare in children, especially oral mucosal lesions. This study presents the largest case series of childhood oral lichen planus, aiding diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Oral Medicine
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Lichen planus is a common mucocutaneous disorder in adults.
- Oral lichen planus in children is rarely documented, with limited data on mucosal involvement.
- This study addresses the scarcity of information on pediatric oral lichen planus.
Observation:
- Presents six cases of childhood oral lichen planus.
- Reviews existing literature on the condition in pediatric populations.
- Represents the largest reported series of childhood oral mucosal lichen planus.
Findings:
- Childhood oral lichen planus is an underreported condition.
- The series contributes significantly to the existing literature.
- Highlights the importance of considering oral lichen planus in pediatric differential diagnoses.
Implications:
- Lichen planus should be included in the differential diagnosis for oral white patches in children.
- Particular consideration is advised for children of Asian origin.
- Further research into pediatric oral lichen planus is warranted.
Abstract:
Although lichen planus is a relatively common mucocutaneous disorder in adults, it has only rarely been described in children. Moreover, even less data has been published regarding mucosal lesions in children. Six case reports of childhood oral lichen planus are presented and the available literature reviewed. It is believed that this paper documents the largest series of cases of childhood oral mucosal lichen planus to be reported in the literature to date. Lichen planus should be considered in the differential diagnosis of oral mucosal white patches in children, particularly those of Asian origin.
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