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Lichen Planopilaris...newly diagnosed

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

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@ninjala06

I was diagnosed about 5 years ago and perscribed hydroxychlorquine, and a topical cortisone to use during flareups. Like you, my dermatologist noticed this in my yearly checkup. I stopped taking hydroxychloroquine after a few weeks because I did not want to have my eye dilated once a year (suggested by eye doctor when one is on this med) after I learned I had closed angle glaucoma. I had cataracts removed and that solved my problem. I am likely to resume the hydroxychloroquine because my hair loss is worsening.

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“eyes” not “eye”

@ninjala06 Welcome to Mayo Clinic connect, a place to give and get support.

You were diagnosed with lichen planopilaris 5 years ago and you were prescribed hydroxychloroquine. You did not want your eyes dilated so you went off of the medication but you will likely resume due to hair loss.

Other than hair loss, may I ask what other symptoms you have at this time?