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Suggest Treatment For Lichen Planus Infection

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Posted on Fri, 14 Oct 2016
Question: Hellow doctor, Initially I've been given with dapsone 10 months ago n I ve got dapsone syndrome as well. I've now been treated with this but the marks caused by lichen planus Is still exists on body back hip and on arms. Please advise if I could take up laser to treat this or contact details please to discuss the same.
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Answered by Dr. R.G. Joshi (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
post lichen planus hyperpigmentation,topical creams will help.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for writing to health care magic.I can understand your concern.

Marks are due to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

This is a common condition and will subside with time.It may take around 3 to 6 months for complete cure.For faster results a steroid cream like momate at day time and kojic acid containing cream at night will help. Along with this chemical peels will probably help.As per my opinion lasers have no role in this case.

I hope this will help you.In case of any concern i will be happy to help you.Take care.
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Suggest Treatment For Lichen Planus Infection

Brief Answer: post lichen planus hyperpigmentation,topical creams will help. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for writing to health care magic.I can understand your concern. Marks are due to post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. This is a common condition and will subside with time.It may take around 3 to 6 months for complete cure.For faster results a steroid cream like momate at day time and kojic acid containing cream at night will help. Along with this chemical peels will probably help.As per my opinion lasers have no role in this case. I hope this will help you.In case of any concern i will be happy to help you.Take care.