Question 1

i was wondering what are s/s of lichen planus and what are the nursing interventions?

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Lacy white on cheek: Lichen planus is a lacy, white appearance on the cheeks and gums.  Should not be a problem to nurse with lichen planus.

Question 2

how much time it will take  for a severe lichen planus to cure for a 11 yr old boy?  advice me  with medicines and dos and don't s of tis disease.

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Dermatologist: First, make sure you see a dermatologist. It is uncommon for a child to have this disorder so you need to be sure that is the correct diagnosis. There are medications that can help, but it can last for 1-2 years in adults, sometimes longer. Do not try any medication, though, until you see a dermatologist (specialist in skin diseases).

Question 3

could you identify: lichen planus?

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Autoimmune disorder : Lp is an autoimmune disorder that can effect almost any tissue. The cause remains unknown and treatments are limited to helping symptoms associated with the condition and in controlling the extent of exacerbation during time of increased disease activity.

Question 4

could toprolxl cause lichen planus?

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Lichen Planus: Lichen planus will wax and wane. It is a chronic rash of unknown cause with no cure, may be itchy and poorly understood by medicine. It can be managed with medication both topical and oral. It may resolve on its own. Wish i could help more; see your dermatologist to manage this disease.

Question 5

i want to know what lichen planus is?

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A good question: Lp is thought to be an immune system mediated response.  To what is not yet known for sure.  The end result being the typical itchy, purplish papules that are the classic clinical findings.  There are also a number of different types of lp. So seeing a dermatologist would help you with the exact diagnosis.

Question 6

i would like to know what lichen planus is?

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It is..: An autoimmune disease where the body attacks the skin or mucus cells lining the mouth and digestive tract.  It is usually treated with steroids either topically or systemically.  It can look whitish and/ or red and is diagnosed by examination, history, and biopsy.

Question 7

how to cure the hiperpigmentation marks of lichen planus?

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Hyperpigmentation : If in oral mucosa you can seek to see a dentist utilizing NdYAG laser such as MVP-7 Periolase for depigmentation.

Question 8

is lichen planus associated with hiv?

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Occasionally : Most patients with lichen planus do not have hiv.  Some patients with HIV may develop lichen planus.  Hope that this helps.

Question 9

what can be done for lichen planus on penis?

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See a Dermatologist: Treatments that have been used with some success include lower strength cortisone creams and a non steroid ointment called protopic.  See your dermatologist for the appropriate treatment for you.

Question 10

how to tell if it's bed bugs or lichen planus?

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Let's see..: A good pest control company can tell if you do have bed bugs in your home.  If there are no bed bugs in your home then the cause may or may not be lichen planus.  A dentist or specialist like a periodontist or oral surgeon can help to determine if you have lichen planus, if the lesions are in your mouth.  Good luck with this....

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