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I see you are asking "What is lichen planus?"
Lichen planus (LIE-kun PLAY-nus) is a condition that can cause swelling and irritation in the skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes. On the skin, lichen planus usually appears as purplish, itchy, flat bumps that develop over several weeks.
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∙ 15y agoLichen planus is an inflammatory disease that affects the skin and the oral mucosa, and presents itself in the form of papules,[1] lesions or rashes. Lichen planus does not involve lichens; the name refers to the appearance of infected skin. Lichen Planus is much like soriahsis.
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∙ 11y agoOral lichen planus is an inflammatory (but non-infectious) disease that causes lesions on the tongue and the gums.
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Can you die from lichen planus?
No, it is not possible to die from lichen planus.
What can cause oral lichen planus?
Can oral lichen planus leads to oral cancer?
Is lichen planus latin or french language?
lichen planus is a type of skin or tongue disease that makes the patient develop papules and can leave the patient with scarring. Lichen planus is a latin word.
What does lichen planus stand for?
Lichen Planus is a skin disorder than can cause rashes, swelling, lesions, uncomfort. It is a relatively common disease that has an unknown origin. Lichen planus can cover almost any part of the body.
Is Lichen planus precancerous?
yes
Is lichen planus of the mouth contagious?
No it is not
How do you use lichen in a sentence?
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What is the treatment for lichen planus?
Physicians recommend oral treatment or therapy with ultraviolet. Injections may also help treat lichen planus.
Can clotrimazole lozengers that clear up thrush work for lichen planus?
Clotrimazole is not typically used to help lichen planus. Before trying anything you should always consult your doctor. They will have the knowledge of the types of medication you can use to help lichen planus.
What is lichen planus in the mouth?
Occasionally, lichen planus in the mouth appears to be an allergic reaction to medications, filling material, dental hygiene products, chewing gum or candy.
Is lichun planus spread by physical contact?
Lichen Planus is a disease that develops on either the skin or inside of the mouth of the infected person. You cannot give lichen planus to anyone else and you are also safe from getting it by contact of the skin.
When was lichen planus discovered?
Once upon a time under a blue moon there was a man drinking moonshine. Purple spots popped up on his skin and BOOM...LICHEN PLANUS
