What is lichen simplex chronicus?
Lichen simplex chronicus is a skin disorder that leads to chronic itching and scratching. The repetitive scratching or rubbing eventually thickens the skin. It can look leathery, brownish, and scaly in the affected area.
How do members experience lichen simplex chronicus?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with lichen simplex chronicus*
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for lichen simplex chronicus*
Who has lichen simplex chronicus on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 4 | |
| 40s | 7 | |
| 50s | 7 | |
| 60s | 12 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 8 | |
| Female | 27 |