Lichen Planus Variants

Lichen Planus Hypertrophicus: It looks like a keloid or hypertrophied scar, often found on the ankles.

Lichen Planus Actinus:

Lichen Nitidus: Observed along with regular eruptions of LP, more on the light-exposed body parts.

Lichen Sclerosus et Atrophics: A rare condition affecting the vulva, male genitals. With tremendous itching, there is atrophy and scaring of the affected organ.

Lichen Planus Linearis: More closely aggregated eruptions, extending along the entire limb, seen in children.

Lichen Planus Annularis: Often affecting the genitals and scrotum.

Lichen Planus Follicularis: Observed in the hair bearing areas such as scalp, pubic region.

Lichen Planus Atrophicus:

Bullous Lichen Planus: Bullous eruption and vesicles.

Lichen Planus Pigmentosa: As the name suggests, there is a kind of hyper-pigmentation which is grayish in color. Seen more in females in the western countries. (Click for more details.)

Normal any part of the body may get affected. However, it has a tendency to involve the skin of the lower limbs, legs and the mucous membrane of the mouth. The flexors of the legs, inner thighs, front of the wrists, and skin on the lower back are affected in many cases.

It has an affinity for the genitals are involved. In males, the glans ; while in females the vulva may be affected.

The nails when affected tend to become deformed. In short, Lichen Planus affecting the skin, mouth (Oral Lichen Planus) and vaginal LP are some of the most common variants.  When the oral mucosa or the genitals are affected, this condition is often neglected, reported late or incorrectly diagnosed.

Lichen Planus Pigmentosa