Lichen planus, large-bonedL43.8
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Lichen planus with loosely distributed, unusually knotty, raised skin lesions.
TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.
potent glucocorticoids under occlusion such as 0.1% betamethasone ointment, 0.05% clobetasol cream R054, 0.1% mometasone ointment (e.g. Ecural) Use of thin polyethylene cling films for occlusion, 2 times/day for 2 hours. If necessary, injection with 10-40 mg triamcinolone acetonide crystal suspension(e.g. Volon A).
Note(s)This section has been translated automatically.
The term "large-nodular" in the context of "lichen planus" is purely descriptive, does not designate a fixed clinical subgroup and is dispensable. The large-boned lichen planus is subsumed under the term " lichen planus verrucosus".