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LICHEN PLANUS is a condition that causes skin inflammation. The resulting rash can affect the skin on your arms, legs, scalp, nails, genital area and the inside of your mouth.

HOMOEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR LICHEN PLANUS

There are excellent medicines in homoeopathy to treat cases of lichen planus. The homoeopathic medicines are of natural origin and ensure safe and natural recovery in cases of oral lichen planus. Homoeopathic medicines help treat lichen planus by modifying the immune system’s response towards healthy cells and mucous membranes. Homoeopathy helps in the treatment of existing lesions as well as their further spread.

There are several medicines effective in cases of lichen planus and is selected on the basis of symptom similarity and individualisation. The aim of homoeopathy is not only to treat the disease condition but to address its underlying cause and individual susceptibility.

KNOW YOUR DISEASE

Lichen planus is a skin rash triggered by the immune system. It’s not currently known why this immune response occurs. There may be several contributing factors, and each case is different. Potential causes include viral infections, allergens, stress and genetics. Sometimes lichen planus occurs along with autoimmune disorders.

 

SYMPTOMS OF LICHEN PLANUS

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Lichen planus symptoms depend on where it’s affecting your body.

  • Tiny, raised dots may develop on your skin, including your genitals. The dots are about the size of the tip of a pin (0.4 mm), and they may grow to the width of a pencil (1 cm). They may also develop into sores.
  • Tiny white dots may develop on the skin inside of your cheeks, your tongue or your lips.
  • Your nails may change colours, crack or split, stop growing or fall off.

Lichen planus doesn’t hurt. However, if you scratch your rash, you may break your skin, leading to an infection that can cause pain.

DIAGNOSIS OF LICHEN PLANUS

Lichen planus can be diagnosed after assessing your symptoms and conducting a physical exam. They may look for characteristics that help diagnose lichen planus.

  • Pruritic (They’re itchy)
  • Polygonal (Your rash shape has many sharp angles)
  • Planar (The top is flat)
  • Purple papules (bumps)
  • Plaques (raised, discoloured, patches)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Lichen planus isn’t an autoimmune condition, but it can cause a similar response. It’s an idiopathic (meaning the cause is unknown) condition that causes inflammation in your skin. In lichen planus, your body’s immune system attacks parts of your body instead of protecting your body from foreign invaders like bacteria or viruses.

Lichen planus isn’t contagious. You can’t spread lichen planus to another person through unprotected sex or skin-to-skin contact.

Some mental/emotional signs of stress that can make your lichen planus symptoms worse include.

  • Depression
  • Difficulty relaxing
  • Use of alcohol, tobacco or drugs to relax
  • A negative opinion of yourself (low self-esteem)
  • Anxiety (constant worry)
  • Feeling overwhelmed
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Irritability, mood swings or a short temper

Some physical signs of stress that can make your lichen planus symptoms worse include.

  • Nausea and dizziness
  • Not wanting to have sex
  • Sleeping too much (hypersomnia)
  • Sleeping too little (insomnia)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Muscle tension
  • Aches and pains

If you have oral lichen planus, it’s a good idea to avoid spicy or acidic foods or drinks that may cause further irritation, including.

  • Hot peppers.
  • Salsas.
  • Citrus fruits.
  • Tomatoes.
  • Alcohol.

In addition to avoiding spicy and acidic foods and drinks, you should avoid smoking.