Title: Gingivovaginal Lichen Planus –A Rare Case Presentation
Authors: Dr Sujata Das, Dr Sarita Samsunder
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v6i9.162
Abstract
Lichen Planus is a multisystem disorder and can present to a variety of specialities - dermatologists, general practitioners and gynaecologists. It can be rapidly progressive with high patient morbidity. The vulvovaginal component can lead to distressing symptoms, distortion of normal anatomy with vaginal stenosis that results in the loss of sexual function and deterioration in the quality of life .This case highlights the importance of multidisciplinary approach and need for close follow up.
Keywords: Lichen Planus, vaginal stenosis.
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