dermatologic disorders
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Diagnosis of Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Clinical evaluation Diagnosis of lichen simplex chronicus is by examination. A fully developed plaque is often hyperpigmented with varying amounts of erythema that is well-demarcated and has exaggerated skin lines and a thickened and leathery appearance characteristic of lichenification. Lichen Planus is a main differential diagnosis, and a biopsy is sometimes needed to differentiate between the two. 