Etiology: Lichen planus is a common, pruritic, inflammatory disease of the skin, hair follicles, and mucous membranes. The cause of lichen planus is unknown; however, some lichenoid rashes are ...

You could be suffering from what is called Lichen planus. Lichen Planus is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin that affects one’s skin, mucous membranes and hair. Since the lesion ...

She has Type I skin and her general health is good. She related the onset to significant stress at her job. Unknown. Biopsy showed lichen simplex chronicus. There are no clinical manifestations.

The exact prevalence and causes of lichen planus are still being studied. A 2021 study found a link between hepatitis C and chronic inflammatory skin disease, including lichen planus. Because ...

It rarely occurs on the tongue." Lichen planus is a type of skin disease and is not only limited to the mouth but can also occur in different body parts like hair, nails, ears and even the genital ...

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Considering taking supplements to treat lichen planus? Below is a list of common natural remedies used to treat or reduce the symptoms of lichen planus. Follow the links to read common uses ...

A 42-year-old Black woman with no significant past medical history presents with blue-gray macules on her neck and upper chest that gradually developed over the past year.