International Clinical and Medical Case Reports Journal (ISSN: 2832-5788) | Volume 3, Issue 5 | Case Report | Open Access DOI
Nithila Sivakumar*
Nithila Sivakumar1*, Lakshiya Ramamoorthy1 Lakshmi Murugesan1 and Krishmitha Palani2
1MBBS(Graduate), Institute of Internal Medicine, Madras Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
2Saveetha Medical College and Hospital Saveetha Nagar, Thandalam, Chennai Bengaluru, NH 48, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 602105, India
*Correspondence to: Nithila Sivakumar
Fulltext PDFThe ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has posed considerable challenges to healthcare systems worldwide, with numerous clinical manifestations, not limited to pulmonary symptoms being reported post-infection. Lichen planus (LP) has garnered significant attention due to its plausible link with viral infections such as COVID-19. Our case report aims to describe a case of lichen planus caused by SARS-CoV-2, focusing on pathophysiology, diagnosis, and disease management. This potential correlation requires exploration, given the ability of the virus to induce immune dysregulation. Though there have been numerous case reports detailing the development of LP after COVID-19 infection, further research is required to establish causality.
Here, we present a case of lichen planus with lesions typically involving the upper and lower extremities, occurring one month after COVID-19 infection. Clinical examination raised suspicion of lichen planus, which was further confirmed by histopathological evidence. Despite the viral etiology likely playing a critical role in the development of LP, only a few cases have been reported in association with COVID-19.
Our case thus highlights the importance of physicians considering this possibility to prevent treatment delays, decrease disease burden and improve quality of life.
Lichen planus; COVID-19 infection; COVID-19 vaccination; Post COVID-19 syndrome
Sivakumar N, Ramamoorthy L, Murugesan L. Lichen Planus following COVID-19 Infection: A Case Report. Int Clinc Med Case Rep Jour. 2024;3(5):1-8.