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espanolEl liquen plano es una enfermedad de causa desconocida, cronica, generalmente autolimitada, caracterizada por erupciones papulares recurrentes, picor y ulceras, que afecta principalmente a adultos jovenes. Puede presentarse en diversas localizaciones. Aunque por su frecuencia se cataloga como enfermedad rara, no deja de ser interesante conocerlo para poder realizar un correcto diagnostico diferencial con otras lesiones cutaneas. Presentamos el caso de un varon de 40 anos de edad, que acude a consulta porque se ha observado unas lesiones cutaneas en el pene hace 15 dias. En el liquen plano localizado en los genitales se recomienda el uso de corticoides topicos o inhibidores topicos de la calcineurina; la mayoria de los casos remite de forma espontanea despues de anos de evolucion. Podemos concluir que el liquen plano en los genitales es una patologia que produce gran angustia y que debe ser explicada correctamente al paciente; ademas se debe actuar adecuadamente y con paciencia a lo largo del tratamiento. EnglishLichen planus is a disease having unknown cause, which is chronic, generally self-limiting, characterized by recurrent papular eruptions, itching and ulcers. It mainly affects young adults. It can occur in different locations. Although it is classified as a rare disease due to its frequency, it is still interesting to know about it to be able to make a correct differential diagnosis with other skin lesions. We present the case of a 40-year old male, who came to the medical visit because he had observed skin lesions on the penis since 15 days ago. For lichen planus localized on the genitals, use of topical corticosteroids or calcineurin topical inhibitors is recommended. Most of the cases improve spontaneous after years of evolution. We can conclude that lichen planus on the genital organs is a condition that causes great anxiety and should be explained correctly to the patient. In addition, adequate action with patience should be taken during the treatment. |
