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Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus in Nigerians
Journal of the National Medical Association
|April 1, 1979
Summary
Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus is rare in native Africans, with only seven cases previously reported. This study presents five new cases from West Africa, marking the first documented instances in the region.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Rare Diseases
Background:
- Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus (LSA) is a chronic inflammatory skin condition.
- LSA is considered exceptionally rare in indigenous African populations.
Observation:
- Seven cases of LSA in native Africans, specifically among the Bantu, have been documented historically.
- This report details five new cases of LSA identified in West Africa.
Findings:
- The five new cases represent the first documented instances of lichen sclerosus et atrophicus in West Africa.
- This finding challenges the notion of LSA's extreme rarity in the broader African population.
Implications:
- Increased awareness and reporting of LSA in West Africa are necessary.
- Further research is warranted to understand the prevalence and potential genetic or environmental factors of LSA in diverse African populations.