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- The list of symptoms mentioned in various sources for Lichen sclerosus includes: 1  White spots. 2  Skin thinning. 3  Crinkled skin. 4  Skin tears easily. 5  Itching. 6  Scar tissue. 7  Symptoms of female genital lichen sclerosis. 8  Vulva lips shrinking.
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- In very rare cases, lichen sclerosus can lead to skin cancer of the perineum (area between the anus and genitals). Seek prompt medical care if you, or someone you are with, have any of these serious symptoms including: 1  Bleeding. 2  Blisters. 3  Painful sexual intercourse. 4  Persistently open lesions.
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Lichen planus The symptoms of lichen planus generally appear in middle age, and are most common in women. The types and severity of symptoms of lichen planus vary between individuals. Symptoms can affect the skin, mouth, vulva, fingernails, toenails, and /or hair. Symptoms of lichen planus can also recur after treatment in some cases. Typical symptoms of lichen planus that affects the ...
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- Lichen sclerosis may affect skin on any part of your body, but most often involves skin of the vulva, foreskin of the penis or skin around the anus. Anyone can get lichen sclerosis, but postmenopausal women are at highest risk. Left untreated, Lichen sclerosus may lead to other complications.
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Lichen planus Oral lichen planus can present with symptoms that are more subtle, but can also include pimples in the mouth and changes in the tissues of the lining of the mouth. Symptoms of lichen planus that affect the nails and scalp include nail and hair loss.
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- About half of all affected people have oral lichen planus (symptoms in the inner surface of the mouth). Oral lichen planus typically occurs inside the cheeks, but may also affect the lips, gums and tongue. Lichen planus symptoms on the skin can take up to two years to go away.
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- Lichen planus is a disease that affects the skin but also the inside of the mouth and vagina. In rare cases it also involves the anal canal and can extend into the tube that goes from your mouth to your stomach (the oesophagus). LP is a vary variable condition.
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Sarcoidosis Lichen sclerosus does not cause skin cancer. However, skin that is scarred by lichen sclerosus is somewhat more likely to develop skin cancer. If you have the disease, see the doctor every 6 to 12 months. The doctor can look at and treat any changes in the skin.
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Overview Lichen sclerosus can affect skin anywhere on your body. But it most often involves skin of the vulva, foreskin of the penis or skin around the anus. Anyone can get lichen sclerosus but postmenopausal women have a high risk. Sometimes lichen sclerosus improves on its own, and you won't need any treatment. If you do need treatment, your doctor can suggest options to return a more normal appearance to your skin and decrease the tendency for scarring. Symptoms.
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Lichen Planus Lichen planus is a relatively common inflammatory disease that affects the skin and/or inside the mouth, resulting in distinctive skin and/or oral lesions. Lichen planus of the skin usually causes itching. There seems to be a relationship between the oral form and the skin form of lichen planus.
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Symptoms and Treatment of Lichen Planus They appear as white, lacy rashes inside the cheeks or mouth. They may occur before the appearance of any skin rashes. Another variant that occurs as a troublesome sore is the erosive lichen planus, a rare type of lesion that causes shallow, painful, and recurrent mouth ulcers. Oral Lichen Planus Symptoms: Mouth pain; Red, open sores in the mouth
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- AST is an enzyme found in your body. Your doctor can use an AST test to check the level of AST in your blood. Doctors commonly use the test to check for liver damage or disease.
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Lichen planus Lichen planus (LP) is a disease characterized by itchy reddish-purple polygon-shaped skin lesions on the lower back, wrists, and ankles.[1] It may also present with a burning sensation in the mouth, and a lattice-like network of white lines near sites of erosion (Wickham striae).
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- avoid eating spicy foods and anything acidic, such as fruit juice, because they can irritate oral lichen planus. avoid eating sharp food, such as crusty bread. avoid drinking alcohol, particularly spirits. if areas of your mouth are painful, stick to soft, bland foods, such as mashed potatoes and porridge.
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- Lichen sclerosis is an uncommon condition that creates patchy, white skin that is thinner than normal. Lichen sclerosis may affect skin on any part of your body, but most often involves skin of the vulva, foreskin of the penis or skin around the anus.
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Lichen Planus Lichen planus is a long standing, itchy skin disease of unknown cause. It frequently affects the inside of the mouth as well. If it occurs in the mouth, the membranes appear gray and lacy.
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- Signs and symptoms of dry mouth syndrome include, but are not limited to: A dry, sticky feeling in the mouth or throat. Insufficient saliva. Saliva that feels thick or is stringy. A rough, dry tongue. Sore throat. Bad breath. Difficulty swallowing, chewing or talking.
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Mouth ulcers Some of the comorbid or associated medical symptoms for Mouth ulcers may include these symptoms: 1  Head symptoms. 2  Mouth symptoms. 3  Throat symptoms. 4  Face symptoms. 5  Mucus membrane symptoms. 6  Skin symptoms. 7  more associated symptoms...».
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Oral Lichen Planus Lichen planus is a disease that can affect the skin and any lining mucosa. This could be the oral, esophageal, vaginal mucosa as well as the skin. Often, it is found only in the oral cavity. Overall, lichen planus affects approximately 2 percent of the population.he cause of lichen planus is not completely understood, but genetics and immunity may be involved. Findings suggest that the body is reacting to an antigen (i. e. an allergic type reaction) within the surface of the skin or mucosa.
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Lichen planus of the lip Etiology: Lichen planus may be found in any lining tissue — for example, the mouth, the esophagus, the eyes, ears, and the genitalia. Skin surfaces such as the scalp, arms, legs, and torso may also be involved.
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Skin problems & treatments guide Symptoms of lichen sclerosus. Early on in the disease, the skin in affected areas may develop small, white spots that are shiny and smooth. As the condition develops, the spots grow larger and may develop into blotchy, wrinkled patches that are often itchy and sore.arly on in the disease, the skin in affected areas may develop small, white spots that are shiny and smooth. As the condition develops, the spots grow larger and may develop into blotchy, wrinkled patches that are often itchy and sore.
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Lichen Planus Lichen Planus. Lichen planus is a common disease that causes inflammation (swelling and irritation) on your skin or inside your mouth. On your skin, lichen planus causes a rash that is usually itchy. Inside your mouth, it may cause burning or soreness. The cause of lichen planus is usually not known, although possible causes include: Hepatitis C, a virus that attacks your liver.
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- Vulval lichen sclerosus (LS) and lichen planus (LP) are conditions that affect the skin of the vulva. The vulva is the external outer area of a woman’s genitals. For a small number of women, LS or LP can develop into a type of skin cancer called squamous cell cancer. This can take many years.
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Mouth Conditions âº Lichen planus Lichen planus is a long-lasting disease, which can affect the mouth and sometimes other areas of the body. When it appears in your mouth it is called 'oral lichen planus'.ichen planus shows in many different ways. The most common signs are white patches on the lining of your mouth (usually your cheeks, tongue and gums). These don't usually hurt, but sometimes there can be redness, ulcers or, very rarely, blistering as well as the white patches.
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SjÃ¶gren syndrome The hallmark symptom of SS is a generalized dryness, typically including dry mouth and keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eyes), part of what are known as sicca symptoms. Sicca syndrome also incorporates vaginal dryness and chronic bronchitis.
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- If you have a mild case of lichen sclerosus, you may not experience any symptoms. If do not have any symptoms, your health care provider will have to diagnose lichen sclerosus during your gynecologic exam. Symptomatic lichen sclerosus may cause an itching feeling, pain during urination, or pain during intercourse. You may also experience bleeding and blisters in the perineal area.