lichen striatum - HEALTHIES
Lichen striatus is a common entity that may be confused with an epidermal nevus. However, lichen striatus is not present at birth and is associated with spontaneous resolution over time. On histology, ...
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EurekAlert!: PNU researchers reveal cutibacterium acnes as a potential cause of lichen striatus hypopigmentation Lichen striatus (LS), a skin condition manifesting as linear eruptions following Blaschko’s lines on the trunk or limbs of children, is often accompanied by hypopigmentation (loss of melanin or skin ... PNU researchers reveal cutibacterium acnes as a potential cause of lichen striatus hypopigmentation EurekAlert!: Hypopigmentation in lichen striatus may be caused by Cutibacterium acnes. (IMAGE) This study uncovers significant associations between Cutibacterium acnes and hypopigmentation in patients with lichen striatus, potentially paving the way for targeted treatments. Disclaimer: AAAS and ...
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LP pemphigoides is an overlap of LP and bullous pemphigoid. Linear LP must be distinguished from lichen striatus, linear psoriasis, and linear porokeratosis. LP of the nail is present in about 10% of ...