Successful treatment of lichen spinulosus with topical tacalcitol cream

Pediatr Dermatol. 2010 Sep-Oct;27(5):546-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1525-1470.2010.01275.x. Epub 2010 Aug 27.

Abstract

Lichen spinulosus (LS) is a rare idiopathic cutaneous eruption characterized by follicular keratotic spiny papules that are grouped in large patches. Here, we report two cases of LS in the submental area, an uncommon site, which were treated effectively and safely with topical tacalcitol cream.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Topical
  • Biopsy
  • Child
  • Dermatologic Agents / administration & dosage*
  • Dihydroxycholecalciferols / administration & dosage*
  • Hair Follicle / pathology
  • Humans
  • Lichenoid Eruptions / drug therapy*
  • Lichenoid Eruptions / pathology
  • Male
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Dermatologic Agents
  • Dihydroxycholecalciferols
  • 1 alpha,24-dihydroxyvitamin D3