Lichen planus pigmentosus (LPP) is a chronic pigmentary disorder that may obscure coexisting dermatoses. We report a rare co-occurrence of generalised LPP with borderline tuberculoid leprosy. The co-occurrence of these two conditions has not yet been reported in literature. This report also discusses the impact of clofazimine-induced pigmentation and its associated stigma and psychological distress in the patient. This case highlights the risk of leprosy lesions remaining unnoticed in patients with pigmentary disorders and underscores the need for meticulous examination, anticipatory counselling, and integrated psychosocial support in holistic leprosy management.
BT - Leprosy Review DA - 09/2026 DO - 10.47276/lr.97.3.2026022 IS - 3 LA - ENG M3 - Article N2 -Lichen planus pigmentosus (LPP) is a chronic pigmentary disorder that may obscure coexisting dermatoses. We report a rare co-occurrence of generalised LPP with borderline tuberculoid leprosy. The co-occurrence of these two conditions has not yet been reported in literature. This report also discusses the impact of clofazimine-induced pigmentation and its associated stigma and psychological distress in the patient. This case highlights the risk of leprosy lesions remaining unnoticed in patients with pigmentary disorders and underscores the need for meticulous examination, anticipatory counselling, and integrated psychosocial support in holistic leprosy management.
PB - Lepra PY - 2026 SP - 1 EP - 6 T2 - Leprosy Review TI - Co-occurrence of lichen planus pigmentosus and leprosy: a case with many lessons UR - https://leprosyreview.org/admin/public/api/lepra/website/getDownload/6a9e810cafaac16f3e1084b2 VL - 97 SN - 2162-8807 ER -