Lichen striatus typically resolves without treatment
The role of topical steroids, nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agents, or tacrolimus for treating ichen striatus is unclear.8 Observation is thought to be the best approach.8 Lichen striatus usually resolves spontaneously in 6 to 9 months, although relapses have been reported.3
We advised our patient that no treatment was required and asked that she return for a follow-up appointment in 2 weeks. When she came in for her follow-up appointment, her rash had stopped spreading. Approximately 6 months after onset, the rash was less pink.
CORRESPONDENCE
Kai Lim Chow, MBChB, FHKAM, Tseung Kwan O Jockey Club General Outpatient Clinic, 99 Po Lam Road North, G/F, Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, China; chowkl2@ha.org.hk.