Question 1

what can be done for lichen planus on penis?

Accepted Answer

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 2

lichen planus on penis, is scarring likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

Needs dermatologist!: Lichen planus is a chronic condition that needs to be treated with local and at times oral treatment with steroids and needs to be managed by a dermatologist.

Question 3

lichen planus on penis. is it possible that saliva and friction from fellatio is causing lichen planus on my penis?

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Not common cause: Lichen planus can be caused by sulfonamides, tetracycline, NSAIDs, hydrochlorthiazide, and allergy to mercury &amp; other metal containing amalgams as in dental fillings. It is of interest that Hepatitis C infection is found with greater frequency in lichen planus patients. Have your dermatologist keep a careful eye on your lesion.

Question 4

my penis feels tender and sore, and theres a cut at the tip. i havent been sexually active since 2017, and even then it was only several occasions of unprotected frottage. i also have a persistent case of penile lichen planus since 2017. std?

Accepted Answer

: Probably not an STD. Possibly a recurrence of genital herpes if you previously had it. See a doctor, ideally the one (dermatologist?) caring for your lichen planus. Good luck.

Question 5

my penis has a cut that hasnt healed for 3 days. havent been sexually active in 5 years. could this be herpes? i never had a case of herpes before but can it manifest years later? i also happen to have penile lichen planus?

Accepted Answer

: I believe it is unlikely to be genital herpes in your case. People with lichen sclerosus, which is an extremely itchy condition of the penis foreskin or glans or vagina, do develop cut like areas in the involved skin. I'm not sure if this also applies to lichen planus involvement of the penis glans. A dermatologist is best to evaluate and advise you.

Question 6

i had lichen planus almost everywhere except genital area. for the last  few months i have some purplish white spots on my penis. 3-4. please help me?

Accepted Answer

Cannot diagnose: Would need to see and examine these to know what they are.  Could certainly be lichen planus, but best thing to do is to see a doctor (dermatologist) and have these examined.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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 8

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.

Accepted Answer

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 9

could you identify: lichen planus?

Accepted Answer

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 10

could toprolxl cause lichen planus?

Accepted Answer

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.

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What can be done for lichen planus on penis?

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Lichen planus on penis. is it possible that saliva and friction from fellatio is causing lichen planus on my penis?

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My penis feels tender and sore, and theres a cut at the tip. i havent been sexually active since 2017, and even then it was only several occasions of unprotected frottage. i also have a persistent case of penile lichen planus since 2017. std?

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My penis has a cut that hasnt healed for 3 days. havent been sexually active in 5 years. could this be herpes? i never had a case of herpes before but can it manifest years later? i also happen to have penile lichen planus?

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I had lichen planus almost everywhere except genital area. for the last few months i have some purplish white spots on my penis. 3-4. please help me?

A member asked:

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

A member asked:

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.

A member asked:

Could you identify: lichen planus?

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Could toprolxl cause lichen planus?

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