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What is it?

Lichen-Planus is a rash which can occur anywhere on the body. However it is commonly found on:

– Any part of skin

– On your genitals

On the inside of your mouth

Symptoms

There are various symptoms which include:

– clusters of shiny, raised, purple-red blotches on your skin

– White patches on your gums, tongue or the inside of your cheeks

– Burning or stinging in your mouth, especially when eat or drink

– Bald patched appearing on your scalp

– Sore red patches on your vulva

– Rough, thinning nails with grooves on

– Ring-shaped purple or what patches on your penis

It is important to note that you may only have one of these symptoms

Treatment / Advice

– Lichen-Planus on your skin usually does get better on its own in about 9 – 18 months.

– our GP can prescribe creams and ointments to help control the rash and ease the itching from the rash

– If these prescribed creams and ointments do not work, or if you have a severe rash, our GP may prescribe steroid tablets or a treatment with light therapy .

– Linchen-planus is not contagious and usually does not come back once it is cleared up.

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If you need help and advice, our pharmacists can help you.

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