Lichen nitidus Flashcards

1
Q

Who does lichen nitidus typically affect

A

Children of preschool/school age

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Classic histology

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claw-like projecions of the rete ridges encircling an inflammatory infiltrate (hand clutching a ball)

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Clinical presentation

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Sharply demarcated pinpoint, flat topped papules arranged in groups on trunk/genitalia/abdomen/forearms

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