Lichen planus oral

A chronic, autoimmune inflammatory condition of the mucous membranes in the oral cavity that affects approximately two percent of the population and is most often seen in middle aged women. It is characterized by white, lacy patches; red, swollen tissue; papules and plaques; or open sores. The lesions are typically bilateral.

Disease Alternative Name

oral lichen planus

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Haritma Nigam

Oral Physician and Maxillofacial Radiologist

RECENT STUDY: CORRELATION OF CYTOKINE AND ORAL LICHEN PLANUS Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory lesion of the oral mucosa, and the pathogenesis of the condition involves immune cell-mediated aberrances. A recent study showed th...See More

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Dr. Sudhanshu Singh

General Practice

respected Dr kindly suggest the management of Lichen planus with oral involvement(W. striae) as well as itchy lesions on the scalp...rest body is clean. pt has been taking some ayurvedic medicine from authenticated BUMS MD doctor for 3-4 mo...See More

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