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Erosive lichen planus is a chronic and painful condition affecting mucosal surfaces, mainly the mouth (oral lichen planus) and the genitals (vulval or penile lichen planus). A severe variant or erosive lichen planus in women is known as the vulvovaginal gingival syndrome.
In women, erosive lichen planus affects the labia minora (inner lips) and introitus (entrance to the vagina). The affected mucosa is bright red and raw. View pictures of vulval erosive lichen planus in the gallery below.
14 paź 2024 · 1 INTRODUCTION. Erosive genital lichen planus (EGLP) stands as a distinctive subtype within the spectrum of lichen planus (LP), marked by erosions affecting the vulva, vaginal introitus, and penis, resulting in scarring, discomfort, and complications in genitourinary and sexual function, particularly in postmenopausal women, necessitating a multidimensional approach to its management. 1-3
The erosive form, encompassing vulvovaginal gingival syndrome is a destructive form of lichen planus involving the non-keratinized skin such as the mucous membranes of the mouth and vulvovaginal area (vestibule, labia minora, and vagina), with atrophy and scarring.
View pictures of genital (penile and vulval) lichen planus in the gallery below. The labia majora, labia minora, vaginal introitus, or penile glans may be affected.
The manifestations of erosive LP differ across individuals, but the most universal feature is a well-demarcated, glazed red macule or patch located on the vestibule, labia minora, and/or vagina. This appearance is required for clinical diagnosis but is also shared by HSIL, dVIN, and immunobullous disorders.
27 cze 2013 · Lichen planus (LP) is one of the inflammatory dermatoses that have a predilection for the genital mucosa, and the erosive type is particularly important as this can also affect other mucosal sites with scarring consequences if not recognized and treated early.
