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Scales

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Illustrations Alternative Names	Definition References

Illustrations

Lichen planus - close-up

Psoriasis, magnified x4

Athlete's foot, tinea pedis

Lichen planus on the arm

Lichen planus on the hands

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Skin flaking

Definition    Return to top

Scales are a visible peeling or flaking of outer skin layers.

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Rapini RP. Clinical and pathologic differential diagnosis. In: Bolognia JL, Jorizzo JL, Rapini RP, eds. Dermatology. 2nd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2008:vol 1.

Update Date: 5/2/2009

Updated by: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington, School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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