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Skin is dark and hard
Leathery skin
Hard skin
The skin is thick and rough
My skin became harder
My skin became thick
About the Symptom
Lichenification is when the skin becomes thick and leathery. It may have a bumpy texture and be darker than surrounding skin. It can have multiple causes including itch and sun damage.
Possible Causes
Generally, Leathery neck can be related to:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis is an inflammatory joint condition associated with the skin disorder Psoriasis, which causes red, scaly patches on the skin. Joint pain, swelling and stiffness are typical signs of Psoriatic Arthritis.
- Lichen Nitidus / Lichen Striatus
This is a skin condition characterized by the presence of raised, pink bumps that appear in a linear pattern on the skin. While this condition is commonly observed in individuals of various age groups, its exact cause remains unknown.
- Atopic Dermatitis
Allergic rashes. Risk factors include genetics, other allergic diseases, new skin products, and allergic foods. Childhood eczema cases can resolve by adulthood, but it can also occur in adults.
- Hand Eczema
- Lichen Nitidus
- Discoid / Nummular Eczema
- Asteatotic Eczema
- Palmoplantar Pustulosis
- Pruritus
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Leathery neck may be related to these serious diseases:
- Skedosporium Disease
Scedosporiosis is a range of diseases caused by the fungus Scedosporium. These fungi can cause infection in various body organs, usually when the immune system is weakened or compromised.
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Do you have areas of rough or thick skin?
- How long have you had thick, leathery, bark-like, or scaly skin this time?
- How has your skin's condition changed since it first appeared?
Reviewed By:
Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
Content updated on Feb 6, 2025
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