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what is lichen planus ?

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Lichen Planus: Lichen planus is a chornic disease of the skin and oral mucusa. Its name refers to the dry and undulating, "lichen-like" appearance of affected skin. The underlying pathology of this disease is unknown at this time.

Question 2

hi doctors, can you tell me what is lichen planus in the oral cavity ?

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Oral Lichen Planus: Oral lichen planus is an inflammatory lesion in the mouth usually presenting with a white lacy appearance thought to be an autoimmune response. See the following for more information- http://www.Mayoclinic.Org/diseases-conditions/oral-lichen-planus/basics/definition/con-20028031.

Question 3

hi doctors, can you tell me what is lichen planus and what is its treatment?

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Lichen Planus: is a common autoimmune disease with skin rash that is not contagious and can affect many areas of the body..

Question 4

hi doctors, can you tell me what is lichen planus and how is caused and what treatment is best for it?

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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

what is vulvar lichen planus from?

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Lichen planus: Nobody knows what the exact causes of lichen planus are. We know it can be triggered by taking certain medications, including thiazide diuretics, antimalarials and phenothiazines (a group of tranquilizing drugs with antipsychotic actions). A significant number of skin specialist doctors (dermatologists) believe it might be classified as an autoimmune disease. A higher-than-normal percentage, hepc+.

Question 6

hi doctors, was just wondering what is erosive lichen planus?

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Erosive LichenPlanus: Erosive lichen planus is the form of lichen planus characterized by very sore and painful erosions\lesions\ulcerations on the linings or mucous membranes of the mouth. See: http://www.Aaomp.Org/public/lichen-planus.Php.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

please help! what is the cause of 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 10

please help! what is the difference between lichen planus and leukoplakia?

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Difference: Is LP is of unknown cause, has no cure/treatment, may resolve on its own or recur, can appear in or out of the mouth. Leukoplakia occurs in people who use tobacco products/alcohol. It can become cancerous 0-20% of the time although the majority do not become cancerous. It should be watched and biopsied when recommended. See your dentist regularly/ent.

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