Hypopigmented Macules as Manifestation of Lichen Planus and Lichen Planopilaris

In this report, the authors report 2 cases of LP that presented primarily as hypopigmented macules in 2 African American men. The first patient presented with hypopigmented macules on face and scalp as well as trunk and extremities. The second patient presented with hypopigmented macules on scalp with associated alopecia. Histopathological examination from both patients showed features of LP. The authors propose a new variant of LP that presents acutely as hypopigmented lesions.
Source: The American Journal of Dermatopathology - Category: Pathology Tags: Extraordinary Case Report Source Type: research