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An intriguing case of lichen simplex chronicus in an elderly sub-Saharan African with longstanding scabies and sensory neuropathy
Lichen Simplex Chronicus (LSC) is chronic dermatitis caused by repetitive scratching or rubbing of the skin. It presents as hyperpigmentation and thickening of the skin with variable scaling. Because LSC is a secondary lesion with a wide variety of causes, optimal management is contingent on identif...
Autores principales: | Nchinda Ngek, Ekongefeyin Sintieh, Nsioge, Ridley Mbwoge, Ngenge, Michael Budzi, Kadia, Benjamin Momo |
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Formato: | Online Artículo Texto |
Lenguaje: | English |
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The African Field Epidemiology Network
2019
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Acceso en línea: | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7906555/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/33708293 http://dx.doi.org/10.11604/pamj.2019.34.124.19999 |
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