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Linear lichen planus mimicking creeping eruption

Y Taniguchi¹, M Minamikawa, M Shimizu

¹Department of Dermatology, Mie University School of Medicine, Tsu, Japan.

The Journal of Dermatology

|February 1, 1993

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A linear skin eruption was initially suspected to be a parasitic infection but was diagnosed as lichen planus. This case highlights the importance of histological examination for diagnosing rare skin conditions like linear lichen planus.

Area of Science:

Dermatology
Pathology

Background:

Linear lichen planus is a rare variant of lichen planus.
Its clinical presentation can mimic other dermatological conditions.

Observation:

A 42-year-old woman presented with a two-month history of a linear eruption on her right flank.
Initial suspicion of Gnathostoma spp. infection due to recent fish consumption was considered.

Findings:

Histopathological examination of biopsy specimens revealed classic features of lichen planus.
The linear distribution aligned with Blaschko lines, supporting the diagnosis of linear lichen planus.

Implications:

This case underscores the necessity of biopsy for accurate diagnosis of unusual dermatoses.

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