A rare pediatric case of lichen planus pigmentosus with scalp involvement

Key Points

• This research aims to present a rare case of lichen planus pigmentosus in a child involving the scalp to enhance understanding of the disease.
• Case report detailing the clinical presentation and dermatological assessment of the pediatric patient.
• Literature review on existing cases of lichen planus pigmentosus, focusing on demographics and manifestations.
• Documented a unique instance of lichen planus pigmentosus in a pediatric patient.
• Showed involvement of the scalp, which has not been previously reported.