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Presentation of lichen planus

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Flat topped, shiny papules.
Intensely itchy
Wickhams striae- fine, lace like pattern on surface of papules and buccal mucosa.

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Treatment

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Self- limiting after 12-18 months, therefore treat symptomatically.
Topical steroids (potent or very potent)
If extensive- oral steroids.