Lace lichens benefit local flora and fauna — plus, they just look cool. The state lichen can be found draped over tree ...

The "Clinical Snapshot" series provides a concise examination of a clinical presentation including history, treatment, patient education, and nursing measures. Using the format here, you are invited ...

Lichen nitidus is an inflammatory condition that causes small, shiny bumps to develop on the skin. It rarely causes other symptoms and does not usually require treatment. The causes of lichen nitidus ...

Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is a highly morbid inflammatory scalp disorder that causes generally irreversible scarring hair loss, often accompanied ...

Dear Doctors: I am a 64- year-old woman, and I was shocked when I was told I have lichen sclerosus. I have lesions on my wrist and arms, which cortisone cream has helped. I'm wondering if the ...

Lichen planopilaris (LPP) is a highly morbid inflammatory scalp disorder that causes generally irreversible scarring hair loss, often accompanied ...

Lichen planus, particularly in its oral form, is associated with a small increased risk of developing oral cancer. Lichen planus is a chronic condition that affects the skin and mucous membranes, ...

If you find a stripe-like rash on your child’s arm or leg, you might be concerned. But it might be a harmless rash called lichen striatus. This type of rash usually forms one or two lines of pink, ...

Lichen sclerosus is a skin condition that can increase your risk of cancer. It’s not a type of cancer on its own, but treating this condition can help you prevent vulvar cancer. Lichen sclerosus ...

After exploration by millions of visitors over the past 100 years, it is hard to imagine anything left to discover amid the majesty of Yosemite's glacier-cut granite cliffs and giant Sequoia groves.

All winter, I stared at my magnolia tree’s bare branches, wishing for spring. Except, when I looked closely, I saw that the branches weren’t bare. While I waited for green leaves and pink blossoms, I ...

If you’ve been suffering from purple-looking rashes accompanied by very bad itching, please visit a dermatologist. You could be suffering from what is called Lichen planus. Lichen Planus is a chronic ...