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Lichen planus pigmentosus

Lichen planus (LP) pigmentosus is a rare variant of cutaneous lichen planus (see this term) characterized by the presence of hyperpigmented lichenoid lesions in sun-exposed or flexural areas of the body.

Pruritus

Pruritus is an itch or a sensation that makes a person want to scratch. This term refers to an abnormally increased disposition to experience pruritus.

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PMID (PMCID)
9114619	MALE	Middle Aged
	Lichen planus pigmentosus presenting in zosteriform pattern.
	Cho S, Whang KK. J Dermatol. 1997;24(3):193-7.
	Lichen planus pigmentosus (LPP) has thus far been described as a condition of unknown etiology which clinically differs from the classical lichen planus (LP) by exhibiting dark brown macules and/or papules mostly in exposed areas and flexural folds and a longer clinical course without pruritus or scalp, nail or mucosal involvement.