Lichen amyloid/amyloidosis

  • Geraldine Thompson
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Lichen amyloid/amyloidosis. Geraldine Thompson. Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0). Source: Wellcome Collection.

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This condition presents as a chronic itchy rash. The multiple spots can appear red and scaly often on the shins, thighs and forearms. It is caused by increased amounts of amyloid which is an insoluble protein found within the body.

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