SEGMENTAL LICHEN AUREUS

Lichen aureus is a special localized variant of purpura pigmentosa chr onica. A patient presented with an unusual striate and segmental or zo steriform distribution of lichen aureus involving the left leg and low er abdominal area. Histology showed the characteristic dense band-like infiltrate consisting mainly of small lymphocytes and numerous hemosi derin-containing macrophages. No underlying infection or medication co uld be identified as a trigger. The lesions did not respond well to to pical corticosteroid therapy.