| Lichenification is a term that can
have two similar meanings in the context of skin lesions.
It can refer to either of:
(1) Thickening of the epidermis of
the skin, such that the normal creases appear to be exaggerated. This may be
caused by abnormal/excessive scratching or rubbing of the affected area.
(2) Skin that is marked by the presence of many fine papules.
Lichenification is included in this section
because it is a type of skin lesion. These are required study for many
courses
in aspects of health and holistic
therapies, especially bodywork therapies.
Click
to view one page that includes a complete list of all the Skin
Lesions listed in this section.
Links to other relevant areas on this website include:
* _ Labelled Diagram
of the Structure of Skin.
* _ Skin
Pigmentation Conditions.
* _ Glossary Entry for
Dermatology.
* _ Glossary Section
for The
Structures of Skin.
* _ Glossary Section
for Common
Skin Conditions (Diseases & Disorders).
This part of the IvyRose Holistic Resources Glossary
is included as a study-aid for students following first-level courses in
human biology, medicine, nursing, natural or holistic therapies (such as
massage, reflexology, aromatherapy etc.), and associated theoretical courses
- who are required recognise and understand
medical
terms.
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