Definition of Lichen ruber planus

1. Noun. An eruption of shiny flat-topped purplish (usually itchy) papules on the wrist and forearms and thighs.

Exact synonyms: Lichen Planus
Generic synonyms: Lichen

Medical Definition of Lichen ruber planus

1. A primary disorder of the skin resulting in violaceous, polygonal, flat skin lesions that often pruritic (itchy). Seen commonly on the wrists, shins, lower back and genitalia. Involvement of the scalp may lead to hair loss. The cause of lichen planus is unknown, but may occur after the use of a drug (thiazide diuretics, phenothiazines, antimalarials). Treatment with topical corticosteroids is common. In most patients, spontaneous regression of the disease will be seen 6 months to 2 years after onset. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lichen Ruber Planus

lichen lichens on bark
lichen myxoedematosus
lichen nuchae
lichen obtusus
lichen planopilaris
lichen planus-like keratosis
lichen planus annularis
lichen planus et acuminatus atrophicans
lichen planus follicularis
lichen planus hypertrophicus
lichen planus verrucosus
lichen ruber
lichen ruber moniliformis
lichen ruber verrucosus
lichen scrofulosorum
lichen simplex chronicus
lichen spinulosus
lichen striatus
lichen strophulosus
lichen syphiliticus
lichen tropicus
lichen urticatus
lichened
lichenic
lichenification
lichenifications

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