Abstract
Lichen sclerosus et atrophicus is observed rarely in white patients, but its occurrence in Negroes is still more infrequent. A search of the literature failed to disclose a single report dealing with this disease in a Negro. During an experience of twenty-four years at a clinic devoted almost exclusively to the treatment of Negro patients, just 1 case of lichen sclerosus et atrophicus has been encountered. This case was considered of sufficient interest to record. REPORT OF A CASE An obese full-blooded American Negress, aged 51, mother of ten healthy offspring, sought relief for a pruritic eruption which had been present for one year. She also complained of lassitude and exertional dyspnea. The menopause had developed at the age of 49. The dermatitis was generalized, symmetric and moderately pruritic and was noted principally on the chest, shoulders, abdomen and upper extremities; the scalp, face and oral cavity remained free.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
