
Diagnosis: Lichen planus pigmentosus
Description: Blue-blackish discoloration of the face.
Morphology: Hyperpigmentation
Site: Face
Sex: F
Age: 28
Type: Clinical
Submitted By: Nameer Al-Sudany
Differential DiagnosisHistory: LP pigmentosus is a rare variant of lichen planus. It is more common in Latin America and India. It usually presents with hyperpigmented patches of the sun-exposed parts and body flexors. This lady presented with blue-blackish pigmentation of the face, forearms and axillae of two years duration. She complained of progressive darkening of her skin in the affected areas.