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Plaque of lichen simplex chronicus demonstrating accentuated skin markings. Courtesy of San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Dermatology Program.
Area of lichen simplex chronicus originally believed to be chronic contact dermatitis. The true nature was revealed when the patient admitted to rubbing this area while watching television. Courtesy of San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium Dermatology Program.
Plaques of lichen simplex chronicus on the hand.
Lichen simplex chronicus of the dorsal hand and wrist demonstrating increased skin thickness and accentuation of skin markings.
Plaque of lichen simplex chronicus of the leg with accentuated skin markings and excoriations.
H and E biopsy of lichen simplex chronicus from forearm skin viewed at 40x magnification. Note the characteristic hyperkeratosis, hypergranulosis, pseudoepitheliomatous hyperplasia, and papillary dermal fibrosis.
H and E biopsy of lichen simplex chronicus from forearm skin viewed at 100x magnification. Note the characteristic hyperkeratosis, hypergranulosis, pseudoepitheliomatous hyperplasia, and papillary dermal fibrosis.

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Jason Schoenfeld, MD Resident Physician, Department of Dermatology, University of Buffalo, State University of New York School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

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Thomas N Helm, MD Clinical Professor of Dermatology and Pathology, University of Buffalo, State University of New York School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences; Director, Buffalo Medical Group Dermatopathology Laboratory

Thomas N Helm, MD is a member of the following medical societies: Alpha Omega Alpha, American Academy of Dermatology, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, American Society of Dermatopathology

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Specialty Editor Board

Richard P Vinson, MD Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Dermatology, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Paul L Foster School of Medicine; Consulting Staff, Mountain View Dermatology, PA

Richard P Vinson, MD is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Dermatology, Texas Medical Association, Association of Military Dermatologists, Texas Dermatological Society

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William D James, MD Paul R Gross Professor of Dermatology, Vice-Chairman, Residency Program Director, Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

William D James, MD is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Dermatology, Society for Investigative Dermatology

Disclosure: Received income in an amount equal to or greater than $250 from: Elsevier; WebMD<br/>Served as a speaker for various universities, dermatology societies, and dermatology departments.

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Daniel J Hogan, MD Clinical Professor of Internal Medicine (Dermatology), Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine; Investigator, Hill Top Research, Florida Research Center

Daniel J Hogan, MD is a member of the following medical societies: Alpha Omega Alpha, American Academy of Dermatology, American Contact Dermatitis Society, Canadian Dermatology Association

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James J Nordlund, MD Professor Emeritus, Department of Dermatology, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

James J Nordlund, MD is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Dermatology, Sigma Xi, The Scientific Research Honor Society, Society for Investigative Dermatology

Disclosure: Nothing to disclose.

Stephen H Mason, MD

Stephen H Mason, MD is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, Women's Dermatologic Society, Skin Cancer Foundation

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Siobahn M Hruby, MD Internal Medicine Physician, Boys Town National Research Hospital

Siobahn M Hruby, MD is a member of the following medical societies: American College of Physicians, American Medical Association

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