Question 1

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 2

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 3

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 4

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 5

what causes lichen planus and how can it be cured?

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Mysterious: The exact cause is unknown however may be related to an allergic or immune reaction.  Treatments could include: antihistamines, immune-suppressing medications, topical corticosteroids, topical retinoic acid and uv light.

Question 6

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 7

are there any remedy for lichen planus?

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No cure just help: Lichen planus is an auto-immune disease which means your body is reacting to something with your immune system.  Their can be sores, spots, rashes, burning tongue to swelling and inflammation.  There can be various triggers that will set things in motion, like foods, food additives and flavors, etc.  It can affect any skin surface: body, mouth, genital.  It may be controlled with some meds.

Question 8

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 9

best treatment for lichen planus?

Accepted Answer

Lichen Planus: If the itch or appearance of the rash are unpleasant, topical corticosteroid creams may be of help. Topical steroid creams that, for example, are under wrapping or taped at bedtime may also be useful when possible. For localized, itchy, thick lesions, injections of corticosteroids may be given. Antihistamines may blunt the itch, particularly if it is only moderate. Drugs and hep c can cause this.

Question 10

could steroids trigger lichen planus?

Accepted Answer

No: We often use steroids to treat the outbreak of lichen planus, oral meds or ointments.  I should help to reduce the intensity of lesions and hasten their healing.

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