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GlossaryOral Lichen Planus

chronic inflammatory condition affecting mouth's mucous membranes

Oral Lichen Planus (OLP) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the mucous membranes inside the mouth, leading to white, lacy patches, red swollen tissues, or open sores. It can cause discomfort, pain, and difficulty eating or speaking, and while the exact cause is unknown, it is believed to be an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system attacks the cells of the oral mucosa.

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research Cutaneous and Mucosal Lichen Planus: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Subtypes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Prognosis

291 citations , January 2014 in “The Scientific World Journal”

Lichen Planus is a less common condition affecting skin and mucous membranes, with various types and associated risk factors, challenging to diagnose, significantly impacts life quality, and may have a risk of cancerous changes in oral lesions.

research REVIEW OF MODERN METHODS OF TREATMENT OF LICHEN PLANUS OF THE ORAL MUCOSA

November 2023 in “The actual problems in dentistry”

New, safer, and personalized treatments are needed for oral lichen planus.

research Oral Lichen Planus

7 citations , July 2013 in “InTech eBooks”

Oral lichen planus is a chronic disease causing mouth discomfort and sometimes needs immunosuppressive treatment.

research Lichen Planus Activity and Damage Index (LiPADI)–Creation of the Questionnaire

6 citations , December 2021 in “Journal of Clinical Medicine”

LiPADI is a useful tool for monitoring the severity and treatment of lichen planus.

research Lichen planopilaris in men: a retrospective clinicopathologic study of 19 patients

2 citations , October 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Lichen planopilaris in men often involves scalp redness and itching, with some also having hair loss, mucosal lichen planus, or thyroid disease, and treatment improved symptoms in nearly half of the cases.

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community Anger and frustration as I finally learn my diagnosis.

in Female 6 upvotes 2 years ago

A young female diagnosed with Lichen planopilaris (LPP) experienced years of misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments, including a hair transplant and other procedures. She is considering litigation due to the misdiagnosis and has learned that LPP is chronic, hair loss can be stopped with ongoing medication, but lost hair cannot regrow.

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