Open AccessVaginal lichen planus: preservation of sexual function in severe disease
Author(s) -
Sarah Elizabeth Machin,
Dynes T. McConnell,
John Adams
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
bmj case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.231
H-Index - 26
ISSN - 1757-790X
DOI - 10.1136/bcr.08.2009.2208
Subject(s) - medicine , disease , multidisciplinary approach , rare disease , sex organ , dermatology , multisystem disease , intensive care medicine , sexual function , pathology , social science , sociology , biology , genetics
Lichen planus is a multisystem disease. Often genital involvement is missed or misdiagnosed. It can be rapidly progressive with high patient morbidity. This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and the effectiveness of combined surgical and medical treatment with close patient follow-up and support.