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Occasionally, lichen planus in the mouth appears to be an allergic reaction to medications, filling material, dental hygiene products, Chewing Gum or candy.
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Is Lichen planus precancerous?
Lichen planus is not considered precancerous, but some cases of lichen planus can increase the risk of developing certain types of skin cancer over time. It is important to monitor and manage lichen planus symptoms with the help of a healthcare provider to reduce this risk.
What describes lichen planus?
The lesions are found on the skin, genitals, and in the mouth. Most cases resolve spontaneously within two years. Lichen planus is found throughout the world and is equally distributed among races.
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.
Is there a connection between avascular necrosis and lichen planus?
Lichen planus is a self allergy of the skin or mouth which affects mostly middle age people. Avascular necrosis is the dead bone tissue caused by lack of blood supply which is also found usually in middle age people
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
Is lichen planus of the mouth contagious?
No it is not
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.
What can cause oral lichen planus?
Can oral lichen planus leads to oral cancer?
Is lichen planus in the mouth contagious?
no, Lichen Planus is a vesiculoulcerative disease that caused by an overreaction of your immune system attacking part of your body that holds membranes together. Their are theories as to what causes this but nobody knows for sure.
How do you learn about lichen planus online?
Lichen Planus is a skin disease that can be itchy and occur in or on the mouth, scalp, nails and other areas. The American Academy of Dermatology has some good information but it is always better to ask your doctor
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.
Is Lichen planus precancerous?
Lichen planus is not considered precancerous, but some cases of lichen planus can increase the risk of developing certain types of skin cancer over time. It is important to monitor and manage lichen planus symptoms with the help of a healthcare provider to reduce this risk.
What describes lichen planus?
The lesions are found on the skin, genitals, and in the mouth. Most cases resolve spontaneously within two years. Lichen planus is found throughout the world and is equally distributed among races.
Does labetalol cause inflammation in the mouth?
Labetalol can cause lesions that look similar to lichen planus. These lesions can be located in the mouth or elsewhere in the body.
What is lichen planus?
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
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.
What is the prognosis of lichen planus?
In general, the outlook is good. Lichen planus of the skin usually goes without leaving any ongoing problems.Without treatment, about half of cases of lichen planus affecting the skin clear within 6-9 months. The rest usually clear soon after this. It is unusual for the rash to last longer than 18 months. However, lichen planus persists longer in a small number of people who are severely affected. This is mostly in people who develop lichen planus mouth ulcers, and lichen planus of the vulva or penis.Treatment can usually ease skin symptoms until the rash clears.For lichen planus of the skin, once the rash has cleared, about 1 in 5 affected people have a recurrence sometime in the future. A small number of people have several recurrences.If lichen planus affects nails or hair, any damage such as bald patches or destroyed nails is permanent.People with lichen planus have a slightly higher than average chance of developing other 'inflammatory' diseases. For example: ulcerative colitis, alopecia areata, vitiligo, dermatomyositis, morphea, lichen sclerosis, and myasthenia gravis. This is probably due to some people being more prone to 'immune' or 'inflammatory' conditions. However, most people with lichen planus do not develop any of these other conditions.If painful ulcers develop in the mouth due to lichen planus, then there is higher than average chance of developing cancer of the mouth. Again, most people do not but regular mouth checks from a dentist are advisable.If the vulva is badly affected, there is a slight increased risk of developing cancer of the vulva.
