Lichen striatus (LS), also known as Blaschko linear acquired inflammatory skin eruption, or linear lichenoid dermatosis, is a benign, rare and self-limiting inflammatory skin condition.

Lichen striatus will usually resolve spontaneously within three to 12 months, and patients and parents should be reassured. 9 Topical corticosteroids and oral antihistamines may be used to treat ...

Lichen striatus typically occurs on only 1 side of the body and affects the limbs. It can, however, occur bilaterally and on the trunk or face. 1, 4 In most cases, the distribution of the papules ...

Lichen striatus (B) is a well-described inflammatory dermatosis seen in children, which typically occurs within lines of embryological skin development called Blaschko’s lines.

Lichen striatus (LS)-associated hypopigmentation and its link to skin microbiota has remained unexplored, leaving a significant gap in our understanding of the underlying causes and potential ...

Linear LP must be distinguished from lichen striatus, linear psoriasis, and linear porokeratosis. LP of the nail is present in about 10% of cases and can cause pitting, ...

Lichen striatus (LS), a skin condition manifesting as linear eruptions following Blaschko's lines on the trunk or limbs of children, is often accompanied by hypopigmentation (loss of melanin or ...

This study uncovers significant associations between Cutibacterium acnes and hypopigmentation in patients with lichen striatus, potentially paving the way for targeted treatments.</p> ...

BUSAN, South Korea, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lichen striatus (LS), a skin condition manifesting as linear eruptions following Blaschko's lines on the trunk or limbs of children, is often ...