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Could mouth ulcers (lichen planus) result in oral cancer?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Rarely: Lichen planus, an autoimmune disease, may lead to oral cancer in rare cases. If you notice a change in the pattern or your lesions, or worsening of symptoms, have it checked soon by an oral surgeon.

Answered 10/1/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

LP is not related: Oral lichen planus is an autoimmune disease and even erosive LP is not related to mouth cancer. If concerned, see an oral pathologist specialist for LP management.

Answered 9/22/2018

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