Lichen simplex chronicus

Lichen simplex chronicus is a chronic localized neurodermatitis of the integumentary system that develops secondary to repeated, habitual scratching or rubbing Driven by a self-perpetuating itch-scratch cycle, the condition is clinically and pathophysiologically characterized by well-demarcated, intensely pruritic, thickened plaques displaying cutaneous lichenification, hyperkeratosis, acanthosis, and exaggerated skin markings on accessible body regions

Lichen simplex chronicus is a chronic localized neurodermatitis of the integumentary system that develops secondary to repeated, habitual scratching or rubbing

It predominantly affects adults, particularly individuals with an underlying history of atopic diathesis, pre-existing pruritic dermatoses, or psychological stress and anxiety disorders

It predominantly affects adults, particularly individuals with an underlying history of atopic diathesis, pre-existing pruritic dermatoses, or psychological stress and anxiety disorders Driven by a self-perpetuating itch-scratch cycle, the condition is clinically and pathophysiologically characterized by well-demarcated, intensely pruritic, thickened plaques displaying cutaneous lichenification, hyperkeratosis, acanthosis, and exaggerated skin markings on accessible body regions

Driven by a self-perpetuating itch-scratch cycle, the condition is clinically and pathophysiologically characterized by well-demarcated, intensely pruritic, thickened plaques displaying cutaneous lichenification, hyperkeratosis, acanthosis, and exaggerated skin markings on accessible body regions