Oral Path Review Exam One Version 2.0. Reticular Lichen Planus.
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ORAL LICHEN PLANUS
BY: Jamie Horne, Elizabeth Kelley, and Patrick Perche
LICHEN PLANUS
Chronic inflammatory condition that affects mucous membranes inside the mouth.
Signs:
-white, lacey patches
-red, swollen tissue
-open sores
-dry mouth
-metallic taste in mouth.
Effects:
-pain
-soreness
-burning sensation
WHO IS AFFECTED?
Most common in adults
Twice more likely to happen in women than in men
1-2% of the population
All races
WHERE DOES IT OCCUR?
Most commonly on the tongue and inside of cheeks
Is also found on gums, throat, esophagus, and
inside of lips
Lichen Planus can also affect the skin of other parts
of the body
WHY DOES LICHEN PLANUS OCCUR?
The cause is unknown, but there are certain factors that trigger it:
-hepatitis C
-other liver diseases
-some flu vaccines
-allergies
-anti-inflammatory drugs
The immune system mounts an attack against cells of the oral mucous membranes.
Lesions that appear are the result of inflammation controlled by specific white blood cells called lymphocytes
TREATMENT
Although this disease is difficult to manage, the
doctor will monitor condition, increase/decrease
dosages, change medications, or stop treatment.
Medications and Treatments available:
-corticosteroids (topical, oral, injection)
-retinoids
-nonsteroidal ointments
-addressing the triggers
WORK CITED
Sugerman, P. (2010, 10/29). Medscape. Retrieved
from http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1078327-overview
Mayo Clinic Staff. (2011, 09/21) Mayo Clinic.
Retrieved from http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/oral-lichen-
planus/DS00784/DSECTION=symptoms
Cole, G. W. (2010, July 17). Lichen Planus.
Retrieved from http://www.medicinenet.com/lichen_planus/article.htm
Dermatology Online Journal. (2010, Aug) Vishnu
Dental College and Hospital. Retrieved from http://dermatology-s10.cdlib.org/1608/3_case_presentations/9_10-
00197/gunashekhar.html