A 37-year-old member asked:
Lichen simplex chronicus is it pimples?
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Dr. Coyle Connollyanswered
Dermatology 31 years experience
LSC: Lsc is a condition caused by chronic rubbing/scratching of the skin. A form of eczema, it may be treated with topical corticosteroids, moisturizers, and oral corticosteroids or oral antihistamines in some cases. See dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
How can you treat lichen simplex chronicus?
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Dr. Mary Ellen Luchettianswered
Dermatology 37 years experience
Steroids: Topical or intralesional steroids, emollients, antihistamines, covering the areas to prevent itching so that the areas decrease in thickness.
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