Lichen Planus - A Review
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Dr. Jason HalesPosted
Fri 26 Jun 2009 4:40pmLichen planus is a fairly common condition that affects the oral mucosa. This idiopathic condition is believed to be an immunologically mediated.
The name likely comes from the appearance of the lesion which resembles that of a lichen. A lichen is a symbiotic organism composed of an algae and fungi.
There are medications that may induce a reaction
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Lichen Sclerosus
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Sondra ..Posted
Fri 01 Aug 2008 1:12am
think there's been major drama in my life due to lichen sclerosus but it does sound a lot worse than it really is and perhaps I'm one of the lucky ones that isn't as affected...:National Support Group
American Urological Association:AUA
American Academy of Dermatology:AAD
Lichen Sclerosus Support and Awareness Group:Support and Awareness
Yahoo Groups
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HAVE YOU HEARD OF LICHEN PLANUS?
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Stephanie S. JewettPosted
Wed 05 May 2010 5:55am
AND the general public, so please let me know things that you want to hear about. That being said, have you heard of lichen planus? If not, you are not alone!
Lichen planus..., and there is no evidence that it is related to any form of skin cancer. This is not a hereditary disease, though some members of the same family can get it. Lichen planus can appear anywhere
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Health Tip: Lichen Planus Triggers Skin Rash
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Medline PlusPosted
Fri 10 Dec 2010 7:00am
Here are some common symptoms
By Diana Kohnle
Friday, December 10, 2010
(HealthDay News) -- Lichen planus... National Library of Medicine says common symptoms of lichen planus include:
Lesions on the tongue, cheek or gums.
Bluish white bumps in the mouth.
Mouth sores that may
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Brains and Lichens
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Shauna M.Posted
Tue 10 Feb 2009 12:31pm
and moody look of the movie and got the impression of sci fi. And as often happens, I heard different words than what was being said. I heard Underworld: Rise of the Lichens.
So, of course, I stopped what I was doing and immediately thought “Rise of the Lichens? What the heck is that about? Plant life taking over the world or something?” and then something
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And then there were photos from camping trips...
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Judith AnnePosted
Tue 31 Mar 2009 12:00am
There were fossils.
And hand painted motor homes
Round river rocks for wrist rocket ammo
There were all terrain vehicles
And goggies
But no kitties
Hundred year old fence posts
Really thick lichens
Rock stacking
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The Joker
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Shauna M.Posted
Thu 08 Apr 2010 4:23pm
Finally...the bugs are out and about, flying around. And two nights ago, I came across a moth I'd never seen before. The picture doesn't quite do it justice, as it was the prettiest green, lichen coloured, that makes the perfect camouflage on lichen covered trees. I believe it is a feralia jocosa - The Joker Sallow - but if it isn't, it is one
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Health Tips for February 23
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MeredyPosted
Wed 23 Feb 2011 12:00am
Health Tip: Lichen Planus Triggers Skin Rash
Lichen planus is a disease that results in a rash on the skin or inside the mouth. While its exact cause isn't known, it's believed triggered by an allergic or immune system reaction.
The U.S. National Library of Medicine says common symptoms of lichen planus include
Lesions on the tongue, cheek
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Just a little update
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BrieeePosted
Fri 31 Jul 2009 11:46am
static. Not much change except that now my PT is telling me I have to go get a biopsy done for a skin condition called Lichen sclerosis. I haven't had a chance to read too much... pretty much get any knot out of the muscle.
I will post again soon explaining this lichen sclerosis when I have a little more info on it.
Thanks all for listening.
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