Lichen simplex chronicus (LSC) is a chronic dermatitis resulting from chronic, repeated rubbing or scratching of the skin. Skin becomes thickened with accentuated lines (“lichenifica...
Gradual onset
Begins as a localized area of pruritus
Most patients acknowledge that they respond with vigorous rubbing, itching, or scratching, which brings temporary satisfaction.
Pruri...
Patient education is critical.
Low likelihood of resolution if patient unable to avoid scratching.
Treatment aimed at reducing inflammation and pruritus.
Red...
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LSC is a chronic inflammatory condition that results from repeated scratching and rubbing.
Primary LSC originates de novo, whereas secondary LSC occurs in the setting of a preexisting p...
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<bold><italic>Figure 24-12</bold> Lichen simplex chronicus.</bold> Shown here is the lateral aspect of the patient's left ankle, the skin of which is thickened and rough from rubbing and scratching subsequent to itching associated with chronic atopic dermatitis.
<bold><italic>Figure 24-12</bold> Lichen simplex chronicus.</bold> Shown here is the lateral aspect of the patient...
<bold>FIGURE 61-24</bold> Localized lichen simplex chronicus of the leg.