Association of Lichen Nitidus with palmar pitting: A case report

Abstract

<span>Lichen nitidus is an uncommon skin condition that is clinically characterized by the presence of pinpoint papules, which are usually asymptomatic, flesh colored, with a flat, shiny surface. The histopathologic feature of it is characteristic. We report a 30-year-old man with typical skin lesions of lichen nitidus confirmed with histopathology, who also had multiple palmar pits. Treatment with topical clobetasol propionate resulted in great improvement, flattening of palmar lesions and clearance of the forearn and wrist lesions. To our knowledge, the association of lichen nitidus with palmar pitting has not been reported before.</span>