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Janine Pichler de Oliveira1, Natalia Caballero Uribe1, Luna Azulay Abulafia1

  • 1Instituto de Dermatologia Prof. Rubem David Azulay, Santa Casa de Misericórdia do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, Brazil.

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Esophageal lichen planus, a rare manifestation of lichen planus, often presents with dysphagia in middle-aged women. This condition is frequently underdiagnosed, leading to delayed diagnosis and treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Dermatology

Background:

  • Lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting skin, mucous membranes, nails, and scalp.
  • Esophageal lichen planus is an uncommon manifestation, typically seen in middle-aged women, often presenting with dysphagia.

Observation:

  • This report details a case of esophageal lichen planus in a 54-year-old woman.
  • The patient also presented with concurrent oral, cutaneous, and ungual lichen planus.

Findings:

  • Esophageal lichen planus is rarely documented in dermatologic literature.
  • The condition is often underdiagnosed, with a notable delay between symptom onset and confirmed diagnosis.

Implications:

  • Increased awareness among dermatologists and gastroenterologists is crucial for early detection.
  • Prompt diagnosis of esophageal lichen planus can improve patient outcomes and management strategies.