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Lichen Planopilaris...newly diagnosed

Skin Health | Last Active: Aug 1 2:55pm | Replies (92)
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@bjf63

I was diagnosed with LPP about 3 years ago. In that time, I have used Clobetasol each morning, occasional steroid injections on the scalp and oral doxycycline. I had Covid in October and since then have flared and cannot get it under control. I’m now noticing a lot of shedding when I wash my hair. I would welcome any suggestions on anything that has helped anyone.

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Erika | @erikas | Jan 24, 2021

@bjf63 Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. A place to give and get support.
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You are newly diagnosed with LPP, you are taking Clobetasol and steroids occasionally, and you recently had COVID-19. Since COVID-19 you are not able to get your LPP under control and your hair is shedding more than normal. You are looking to connect with members for suggestions and/or support.

Members like @tsafer @fdixon63 @ginyer @lorrainechavez @nets2020 @siroisjli @pat68 @lfj9487 @joy4trees @fdixon63 have experience with this topic and may be able to comment.

I'm wondering if you had shedding before COVID-19 and if it is a known side effect of LPP and/or the medications you are currently taking?

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