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What Causes Inflammation And Red Rashes On Penis And Itchy, Inflamed Scalp?
Question: 7 months ago my symptoms started, red rash on penis which was inflamed - this still remains, small lesion on lip lasting 1 week, 2 weeks later a blustery rash lasting one week on torso. 2 weeks later, very itchy scalp which felt hot and inflamed, 1 month later hairloss disperse which has continued since. A few Sporadic blister like spots randomly appear anywhere on scalp. Head was itchy for one month only.
Scalp biopsy taken in July, inconclusive, but possible lpp, treatment ( malaria tabs, doxy, cellcept) hasn't responded except for steroid injections which are temporary (3/4 week relief from abnormal hair loss).
7 months on, 10+ derm visits later and still unsure what is causing this and hair thinning is worsening.
Any ideas please???
Scalp biopsy taken in July, inconclusive, but possible lpp, treatment ( malaria tabs, doxy, cellcept) hasn't responded except for steroid injections which are temporary (3/4 week relief from abnormal hair loss).
7 months on, 10+ derm visits later and still unsure what is causing this and hair thinning is worsening.
Any ideas please???
Brief Answer:
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Hello. Thanks for writing to us at healthcaremagic
I have gone through your query
I will be able to guide you better if you can upload a few representative pictures of the affected area(s). Kindly upload good quality and clear pictures.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Brief Answer:
Lichen Planus Pigmentosus
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
I have received scalp photos but it is not very clear. I have not received penis photos
Considering that you have been given a possibility of Lichen Planus Pigmentosus(lpp) and also going through the treatment history and response to steroids, it is imperative that you continue with the treatment and follow up regularly with your treating doctor.
LPP is a cause of cicatricial alopecia i.e irreversible hair loss. The patches of LPP may gradually extend to involve wider scalp areas and if allowed to progress unchecked it may leave behind parchment like scarred patches of irreversible hair loss.
Treatment modalities of LPP are oral steroids, either daily or pulse dosing. Steroids are an essential part of treatment because they arrest progression and may also reverse early damage. I usually start my patients on twice weekly doses of steroids (every saturday and sunday) and continue it for 4-6 months till the disease activity subsides,
Antimalarials are also useful in LPP.
Usually this disease is self limiting and regular treatment is to be continued till the disease activity subsides, usually 4-6 months.
Regards
Lichen Planus Pigmentosus
Detailed Answer:
Hi.
I have received scalp photos but it is not very clear. I have not received penis photos
Considering that you have been given a possibility of Lichen Planus Pigmentosus(lpp) and also going through the treatment history and response to steroids, it is imperative that you continue with the treatment and follow up regularly with your treating doctor.
LPP is a cause of cicatricial alopecia i.e irreversible hair loss. The patches of LPP may gradually extend to involve wider scalp areas and if allowed to progress unchecked it may leave behind parchment like scarred patches of irreversible hair loss.
Treatment modalities of LPP are oral steroids, either daily or pulse dosing. Steroids are an essential part of treatment because they arrest progression and may also reverse early damage. I usually start my patients on twice weekly doses of steroids (every saturday and sunday) and continue it for 4-6 months till the disease activity subsides,
Antimalarials are also useful in LPP.
Usually this disease is self limiting and regular treatment is to be continued till the disease activity subsides, usually 4-6 months.
Regards
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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