[1] It typically affects the neck, scalp, upper eyelids, ears, palms, soles, ankles, wrists, genital areas and bottom.

This is a skin disorder characterized by a self-perpetuating scratch-itch cycle:[4] Many hypothesize LSC has a psychosomatic origin.

Treatment is aimed at reducing itching and minimizing existing lesions because rubbing and scratching exacerbate LSC.

The itching and inflammation may be treated with a lotion or steroid cream (such as triamcinolone or Betamethasone) applied to the affected area of the skin.

[2] Doxepin is often prescribed, as it offers both antihistamine properties and is also effective at reducing the (itch scratch cycle) associated with the obsessive psychosomatic behavioral symptoms.