Lichen Ruber Planus (Noun)
Meaning
An eruption of shiny flat-topped purplish (usually itchy) papules on the wrist and forearms and thighs.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient presented with a characteristic eruption of lichen ruber planus on the wrists and forearms, which was accompanied by intense itching.
- Lichen ruber planus typically manifests as shiny, flat-topped purplish papules on the thighs, wrists, and forearms.
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with lichen ruber planus after observing the distinctive papules on her thighs and forearms.
- Lichen ruber planus is often challenging to treat, particularly when the eruption occurs on the wrists and forearms.
- The patient was prescribed topical corticosteroids to manage the symptoms of lichen ruber planus, which had caused significant discomfort on her wrists and thighs.