Lichen planus is a disease in which there is an itchy, swollen rash on the skin or in the mouth.
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe exact cause of lichen planus is unknown. However, it is likely to be related to an allergic or immune reaction.
Risks include:
Lichen planus generally affects middle-aged adults. It is less common in children.
SymptomsOther symptoms include:
The health care provider may make the diagnosis based on the appearance of the skin or mouth lesions.
A skin lesion biopsy or biopsy of a mouth lesion can confirm the diagnosis. Blood tests may be done to rule out hepatitis.
TreatmentThe goal of treatment is to reduce your symptoms and speed healing of the skin lesions. If symptoms are mild, you may not need treatment.
Treatments may include:
Lichen planus is generally not harmful and may get better with treatment. However it may last for weeks to months, and may come and go for years. It usually clears up within 18 months.
ComplicationsLong-standing mouth ulcers may develop into oral cancer.
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Lichen planus is a disease in which there is an itchy rash on the skin or in the mouth.
Causes, incidence, and risk factorsThe exact cause of lichen planus is unknown. However, it is likely to be related to an allergic or immune reaction.
Risks include:
Lichen planus generally affects middle-aged adults. It is less common in children.
SymptomsOther symptoms include:
The health care provider may make the diagnosis based on the appearance of the skin or mouth lesions.
A skin lesion biopsy or biopsy of a mouth lesion can confirm the diagnosis. Blood tests may be done to rule out hepatitis.
TreatmentThe goal of treatment is to reduce your symptoms and speed healing of the skin lesions. If symptoms are mild, you may not need treatment.
Treatments may include:
Lichen planus is usually not harmful and may get better with treatment. It usually clears up within 18 months.
However it may last for weeks to months, and may come and go for years. It usually clears up within 18 months.
If lichen planus is caused by a medication, the rash should go away once the medicine is stopped.
ComplicationsMouth ulcersthat are there for a long time may develop into oral cancer.
Calling your health care providerCall your health care provider if:
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Reviewed ByReview Date: 10/10/2010
Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by Kevin Berman, MD, PhD, Atlanta Center for Dermatologic Disease, Atlanta, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
No, it is not possible to die from lichen planus.
Can oral lichen planus leads to oral cancer?
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.
Hello, 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. For more information, you can visit this URL - skincarehealthcenter. com/condition/lichen-planus/c/25164
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.
yes
No it is not
Back to top How can lichen planus be treated?
Physicians recommend oral treatment or therapy with ultraviolet. Injections may also help treat 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.
Occasionally, lichen planus in the mouth appears to be an allergic reaction to medications, filling material, dental hygiene products, chewing gum or candy.
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.