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Lichen Planus


Fig 1: Lichen Planus
Lichen planus is characterised by an itchy, purplish, polygonal, flat-topped rash developing over the wrists and ankles. A lacy fine network of papules develops in over 60% of the patients.

It is commonly seen in patients with autoimmune chronic liver disease such as primary biliary cirrhosis and chronic active hepatitis. 



Fig 2: Wickham's Striae
The presence of  Wickham’s striae – a fine, white lacy pattern, over the papules helps in diagnosis. It usually resolves in 12–18 months. 







Patients with widespread disease and intractable itch may require oral prednisolone.

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  2. Patients who are affected with ulcers on their tongue and within their cheeks can truly benefits by using borax. It can be one of useful Natural Remedies for Lichen Planus. Plentiful folks who have had success report using one to eighth of a teaspoon blended with water two times each day. For further details about Lichen Planus Treatment Natural please visit at Herbs Solutions by Nature.

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  3. Thank you for sending this info. I learned alot from it. I am grateful for the amount of time and effort you put into this helping us.

    Regards,
    Lichen planus pigmentosus specialist

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