Multi-modal approach in management of vulvo-vaginal gingival syndrome − a rare variant of oral lichen planus

Abstract

Lichen planus (LP) is a chronic autoimmune relapsing mucocutaneous disease that significantly affects the patient's quality of life (QoL) and is associated with several etiological factors. Vulvo-vaginal gingival syndrome (VVGS) is characterized as a clinical triad of gingival, vaginal and vulval LP. In previous literature, it has been described as a distinctive pattern of erosive plurimucosal LP. This condition if progressed can lead to multiple complications such as urethral and vaginal stenosis. This case report highlights the management of VVGS using a multidisciplinary strategy that includes dermatological consultation, oral hygiene maintenance, topical steroid application using custom-made trays and photodynamic therapy.

Keywords

• vulvo-vaginal gingival syndrome
• atrophic oral lichen planus
• autoimmune
• photodynamic therapy
• corticosteroids
• methylene blue