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I have lichen planus pigmentosus marks on underarms and inner thighs and it is spreading...how this marks will go? What is the treatment of lichen planus and how it will b treated? How spreading will stop and How brown marks of lichen planus will go?

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U need specific medicine.... Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

Is it safe to apply makeup on face to hide the acne caused due to lichen planus pigmentosus affected?

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LPP does not cause acme, most likely the cream which you are using is causing acne. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice ...  Read More

I have lichen planus pigmentosus(black mark on forehead )auto immune disorder for 5 months i have consult with several big skin specialist but no result can u suggest me some thing or give me any home remedy

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Medication available for proper treatment.. send photos for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I have lichen planus pigmentosus from last 3 years on groins, underarms and spreading on both hands ...will the marks of LPP will go ever.?.taking steroids from last week as suggested by dermatologist...but marks and scars off LPP will go?pls suggest

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It can be reduced to the minimum..... Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and tre ...  Read More

I'm taking zempred 4mg on weekends . two each day ( sat n sun ) for one month. Totally 16 tablets. I'm diagnosed with lichen planus pigmentosus . is this tablet safe to stop after this one month ? Safe to consume for one month ?

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My treatment depends on the findings of the biopsy and that will help me make the treatment plan. If there is features suggestive of inflammation of biopsy, steroids may be helpful. Clinically you may ...  Read More

I'm diagnosed with lichen planus pigmentosus for the past two years. The disease seems to be still ACTIVE coz I can see new pigmentation increasing on my hands. I have all over face neck and arms. I underwent phototherapy and it became more dark so I stopped it. Now I'm using pynomax tx , depiwhite on face neck and hydroquinone 5% soln on hands and

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Needs a long time.. Please send photos ...  Read More

I have Lichen Planus in the mouth and have been prescribed steroids which I want to avoid. Kindly let me know if there is treatment of Lichen Planus in Homeopathy

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Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin condition that affects you when your own immune system happens to attack your skin cells or the mucous membranes. Some of the common symptoms of Lichen Planus are ...  Read More

Hii , I got ashy itchy patches on neck and face, it is spreading beneath my neck area as well.I was detected with Lichen Planus PIgmentosus.Although ellopathic medicines did not help me.I am suffering from it since 6 months. I am looking very ugly and black.Please help

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Hi You can opt for UVRx or laser sessions to remove the pigmentation. ...  Read More

I'm unmarried 27 year old diagnosed with Lichen planus on skin for two years. Now Im really depressed coz there hasn't been any improvement after 1+ years of treatment . it's on my face , body , underarm, neck and hands. My face has become very dark and my arms have too many dark patches which is increasing constantly. I've undergone UV treatment

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Do direct consultation for detailed information and prescription ...  Read More

Who is best dr for LiChen planes In Pune city if any known pls share me name and address. For this dr

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Whosoever has done the biopsy, he is good enough to understand the condition. Why not go to him. There are no awards for individual diseases to state the best doctor. If you want my opinion, please co ...  Read More

I had lichen planus on the penis head about two years ago, and now there is a mark/scar left behind. Can this mark go away? Any cream or ointment.

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After applying tacroz on penis for some lichen planus getting itches and mild burning, please tell me this normal

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While burning after applying tacrolimus is completely normal . ...  Read More

Hi I got diagnosed with lichen planus, doc prescribed steroids and cyclosporine. Is that safe. Why this lichen planus occurs

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

Wanted to know if i leave tobaco, does lichen planus be cured. I can't eat spicy food. But my dentist said it can be treated with proper care. Just want to make sure

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Hello YES YOU NEED TO QUIT TOBACCO ASAP. Lichen planus is cured on symptomatic basis, treatment focuses on relieving irritation, avoiding any trauma or injury so that it doesn't transform into an adva ...  Read More

Hello, I am bit confused regarding oral medicine/oral and maxillofacial surgeon. For oral licen planus out of both whom shall I consult. Please guide.

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Hello For oral lichen planus condition you can consult oral medicine specialist ...  Read More

Hello, I am bit confused regarding oral medicine/oral and maxillofacial surgeon. For oral licen planus out of both whom shall I consult. Please guide.

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Oral Medicine for diagnosis and referral Oral Pathology for biopsy specimen analysis, tissue and histology Oral Surgery for surgical planning in case of cancers Oral Medicine for followup after final ...  Read More

Hello can anyone suggest treatment for oral licen planus for my mother. It has been diagnosed in biopsy but causes trouble like white and red patches, pain and gum issues, burning mouth. Also oral candidiasis has been observed. I am based in Mumbai can anyone help to provide treatment. Ready to visit clinic or have a online consultation.

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Upon review these were the findings - Female patient 62yrs age has history of diagnosis with oral lichen planus, past history of diabetes. Correlate with doctor who suggested biopsy for diagnosis. Can ...  Read More

I'm suffering from oral lichen planus. Can it change into cancer in the future? My university doctor only prescribed multivitamin tablets for three months. I have never smoked and never even consumed alcohol.

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Oral lichen planus is an autoimmune disease and also a premalignant condition so there are chances of it turning into cancer but not all cases change into cancer. There are various treatments includin ...  Read More

I'm suffering from oral lichen planus. Can it change into cancer in the future? My university doctor only prescribed multivitamin tablets for three months. I have never smoked and never even consumed alcohol.

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Has it been confirmed with biopsy?? If it's a histopathologically confirmed case of oral lichen planus, better to start topical steroids. As of u asked, lichen planus has a tendency to become cancero ...  Read More

I am currently having lichen planus and very dry skin. Can lichen planus , occur due to poor gut health? If so. Then how can we improve gut health?

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No . Consult a dermatologist and check if you are diabetic or not ...  Read More

Hello Doc, I have new lichen planus coming and old scars of lichen planus.How do i get rid of both my issues.can laser treatment help.I m currently breastfeeding my baby and hence i m unable to use any medicines.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with Oral Lichen Planus in clinical observation. Is this curable permanently? And whenever i take any other medicine my tongue starts paining even multivitamins also causing pain in the tongue. What could be the reason behind this.

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It's a chronic and recurrent disorder. ...  Read More

Is there proper treatment of Lichen Planus in Homeopathy or alternative medicine. I am suffering from same from last few years. 2 months back that flared up and I took steroids. Now under control but not fully. Due to RP and Migrain don't want to take steroids. So looking for alternative solution.

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In homeopathy there is permanent solution ...  Read More

I have lichen planus in my leg below knee since I was 12 year old. There was a spike and itching in recent years. Medicine like psroid heals it but if I stop the medicine or lower the dosage it reappears. Any suggestions how to deal with it

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have severe hyperpigmentation on my face and neck which looks clearly different from rest of the body and struggling past 7months. Would like to know if there is any permanent cure in Homeopathy for this and any doctor recommended who has successfully treated patients for this disease. I have started taking Dr Reckeweg medicines online and hoping

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You can consult me online. ...  Read More

I have been using methotrexate for lichen planus for 7-8 weeks, now stop using this from past 15 days, can I use neurobion forte tablet as vitamin supplement.

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Please refer this to the treating dermatologist. Don't mix advice ...  Read More

Whom do I consult for oral lichen planus? What is the treatment? Can it have any adverse effects? Is it curable?

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I'm settled abroad and I hav lichen planus. To get a skin specialist is the toughest job here. Can u prescribe medicine and ointment pls. It itches like hell and is on my legs and hands. Plz help. Im allergic to sulfa

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It is a chronic condition , u need to be in touch with your doctor regularly Yes it itches a lot need to take tablets regularly ,to know more regarding treatment consult online ...  Read More

Can I use Maybelline compact Powder, m suffering from lichen planus pigmentous from last 3 months, please suggest

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have this Linchen Planus from a few years in my penis head, but it has reduced very much, sometimes it occurs. I was suggested a cream before which I had applied for a few days, later it recovered on its own. The doctor said it will recover on its own and will take an year or so. But I still feel there are a few marks which doesn't bother much. S

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

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