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Self teaching module for the influence of culture and pigment on skin conditions in children

Category 3: Common Conditions seen in Infancy and Early Childhood

Photo 22: Lichen Nitidus

Lichen nitidus is an asymptomatic chronic papular condition that is seen more frequently in children with dark skin and is particularly common in boys. Lesions are often found on the forearms, penis and trunk. It usually does not respond to topical steroids and resolves without treatment over a period of months, but the duration of lesions is variable.