Diagnosis: Lichen simplex chronicus

Lichen simplex chronicus (lsc), a localized form of lichenification, is a chronic, superficial, pruritic inflammation of the skin occurring in well-circumscribed plaques. lsc is caused by habitual repetitive scratching or rubbing of the skin in regions accessible to scratching. pruritus, which is more pronounced during periods of inactivity, seems to provoke rubbing resulting in the clinical lesions. lsc is also considered as a localized variant of atopic/neurodermatitis. no racial predilection has been noted. the condition has a predilection for females.