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Lichen Sclerosus Atrophicus [LSA] in the Areolae: A Case Report
L Padmavathy1, L Lakshmana Rao, M Dhana Lakshmi
1Dermatology, Urban Health Centre, RMMC, Annamalai University, B3, RSA Complex, Annamalai Nagar 608002, India.
Case Reports in Dermatological Medicine
|December 22, 2012
Summary
Lichen sclerosus (LS) is a rare chronic inflammatory skin condition. This report details an unusual case of extragenital LS affecting the areolae in a 15-year-old male patient.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Inflammatory Disorders
Background:
- Lichen sclerosus (LS) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition.
- LS commonly affects the anogenital region.
- Extragenital involvement is rare.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of extragenital lichen sclerosus.
- To highlight the uncommon presentation of LS in adolescents.
Main Methods:
- Case report.
- Clinical examination.
- Diagnostic imaging (if applicable).
Main Results:
- A 15-year-old male presented with extragenital lichen sclerosus.
- The condition involved the areolae of both breasts.
- This presentation is highly unusual for lichen sclerosus.
Conclusions:
- Lichen sclerosus can present in extragenital locations.
- Areolar involvement in adolescent males is a rare manifestation of LS.
- Increased awareness of extragenital LS is important for diagnosis.
