J Menopausal Med.  2022 Apr;28(1):42-45. 10.6118/jmm.21032.

Vulvar Neurodermatitis in a Postmenopausal AfricanAmerican Patient: A Case Report

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  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, School of Medicine, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) at the Permian Basin, Odessa, TX, USA
  • 2Department of Podiatry, California School of Podiatric Medicine, Samuel Merritt University, Oakland, CA, USA

Abstract

Lichen simplex chronicus commonly presents as a distressing vaginal lesion caused by severe, cyclical itch-scratch behavior. Lichen simplex chronicus is diagnosed by obtaining a detailed medical history, performing a physical exam, and recording of selfreported symptoms. Lichen simplex chronicus can be treated by corticosteroids, immunomodulators, antiepileptics, antihistamines, antidepressants, and phototherapy. Our case describes a 55-year-old female patient who presented to a clinic with recurrent vaginal itching, combined with compulsive scratching behavior that disrupted daily functioning. Physical examination revealed hypertrophic nodules located on the labia minora with scaling and hyperpigmentation. And the patient was diagnosed with lichen simplex chronicus. Empirical treatment with behavioral modifications and clobetasol propionate cream with an occlusive dressing produced significant improvements in symptoms at a six-month follow-up. Lichen simplex chronicus can have unusual presentations and; therefore, must be carefully differentiated from infectious and malignant skin lesions.

Keyword

Case reports; Lichen simplex chronicus; Neurodermatitis; Skin diseases; Vagina
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