LICHEN NITIDUS
Lichen nitidus (LN) is an uncommon, benign papular eruption of unknown etiology.
- Children are most commonly affected.
Clinical
Innumerable, tiny, 1 mm papules are characteristic of lichen nitidus. Many sites may be affected including the penis. Koebnerization may occur. LN has been reported after therapy with mogamulizumab, tremelimumab, and nivolumab.
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