Lichen Planus (2).

From: American Family Physician | Date: June 1, 2000 | Copyright information

What is lichen planus?

Lichen planus is a skin disease. Men and women get it and it occurs in every race. While it may occur at any age, it usually affects middle-aged adults.

What does lichen planus look like?

Lichen planus looks like purple or reddish-purple bumps on the skin. The bumps have flat tops. They are uneven in shape. If you look at the bumps closely, you might see white scales or flakes on them. Lichen planus can appear on any area of the skin. The most common areas are the inner wrists, the forearms and the ankles.

Lichen planus may also affect the ...

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