Linear Morphea Mimicking Lichen Striatus in Its Early Presentation

Pediatr Dermatol. 2016 Jan-Feb;33(1):e23-6. doi: 10.1111/pde.12722. Epub 2015 Dec 8.

Abstract

Linear morphea and lichen striatus are distinct conditions that have been linked in only one previous case report. We describe two patients with facial lichen striatus preceding linear morphea at the same site. A possible pathogenic relationship is discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Child, Preschool
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Exanthema / diagnosis*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Scleroderma, Localized / diagnosis*
  • Skin / pathology*