Familial Lichen Amyloidosis
Type IX Lichen Amyloidosis
📋Overview
Familial Lichen Amyloidosis is a hereditary form of primary localized cutaneous amyloidosis characterized by amyloid deposits in the skin without systemic involvement. It is considered a subtype of lichen amyloidosis, which presents as persistent, itchy, hyperkeratotic papules typically on the shins. The term 'familial' indicates a genetic predisposition, often inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern. Modern terminology classifies this condition under primary localized cutaneous amyloidosis variants.
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