An inflammatory condition of the skin and mucous membranes.
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what is lichen planus?
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Is lichen planus contagious?
No, it is non contagious , The cause of lichen planus is Auto immune means likely related to the immune system attacking cells of the skin or mucous membranes.
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Where does lichen planus occur?
Lichen planus of the skin often affects the wrists, ankles and lower back, although other parts of the body can also be affectLed like mucuos membrane of mouth like inner cheek or tongue.
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What triggers lichen planus?
The cause of lichen planus is usually not known, although possible causes include: Hepatitis C, a virus that attacks your liver. Certain medicines, including some drugs used to treat high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and malaria. Reactions to metal fillings in your teeth. etc.
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I have lichen planus. Can I use topical cream to reduce it?
No, external application can control it for some time but recurrence is common , you can take Internal homoeopathic treatment to remove permanantly from its root cause .
