neurodermatitis

Introduction

Use of the skin as a target for anxiety. It is more of a concept, rather than a disease entity.

Etiology

• lichen simplex chronicus
• prurigo nodularis

Clinical manifestations

• see lichen simplex chronicus
• see prurigo nodularis

Management

• break the itch-scratch cycle
  • topical corticosteroids
  • oral antihistamines

More general terms

• dermatitis

More specific terms

• lichen simplex chronicus (LSC)
• prurigo nodularis (picker's nodules)