A Case of Neurodermitis Circumscripta with Generalized Pruritis
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical and Health Sciences - Year 2015, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
Neurodermitis Circumscripta also known as Lichen Simplex Chronicusis a chronic inflammation of the skin characterized by lichenification of the skin as a result of excessive scratching. We hereby report this in a 70 year old female who presented with complaints of itching all over the body and lesions on the skin of right leg since two months. She is a known case of bronchial asthma and hypertension. After proper history taking and investigations she was diagnosed as Neurodermitis Circumscripta with generalized Pruritus. She was treated with intralesional steroids, oral Doxepin and antibiotics. Complete remission of symptoms occurred in 3 months.
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Hari Babu Ramineni, Manogna A S K L,Chandini M, Vidyadhara S
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