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Glenmark Pharma gets US marketing rights for Clobetasol Propionate  -  Mar 17, 2008
Economic Times,It is also dispensed to counter auto-immune presentations, such as Alopecia areata (hair loss due to auto-immune diseases) and Lichen planus (auto immune

An overview of male genital presentations  -  Mar 11, 2008
Pulse,There are several drugs that can give rise to a lichen planus-like eruption on the skin. Although they tend to cause a widespread lichenoid eruption,

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals launches Clobetasol from its niche ...  -  Mar 17, 2008
domain-B,...and body and counter autoimmune conditions such as hair loss due to autoimmune diseases (alopecia areata) and auto immune skin nodules (lichen planus).

THE HIDDEN SEX KILLER  -  Feb 23, 2008
Sunday Mirror,The presence of other skin conditions such as lichen planus and lichen sclerosis can increase your chances of developing cancer. Vin and vulval cancer have

Papulosquamous - Annular Pattern Disease-Skin Disorders  -  Mar 17, 2008
Los Angeles Chronicle,Ringed lesions are sometimes seen in lichen planus, but they are generally outnumbered by more typical flat-topped papules and plaques.

Itch and itching  -  Feb 29, 2008
Chennai Online,Skin diseases – dryness (either due to disease or ageing), urticaria, eczema, psoriasis, allergic tendencies, lichen planus, prickly heat, acne, etc.

Discolouration & coating of tongue  -  Feb 29, 2008
Chennai Online,Discolouration – The discolouration of tongue can occur in various diseases especially with anaemia, glossitis, lichen planus, syphilis, leukemia, etc.

Wendy Ann Satmary, MD, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Woodland ...  -  Jan 30, 2008
AAFP News NowVaginal hydrocortisone suppositories are effective for treating erosive vulvovaginal lichen planus. Breaking the itch-scratch cycle is fundamental to the

DAVID E. GERBER, MD  -  Jan 30, 2008
AAFP News NowMD Epithelial disorders of the vulva include lichen sclerosus, lichen planus, and lichen simplex chronicus, the latter of which is the most common.

Elderly patients with itch  -  Feb 1, 2008
Pulse,About 20% of elderly people have a dermatosis – mainly eczema and psoriasis, though lichen planus, bullous pemphigoid and fungal infections are also common.

Another role for aloe vera: tackling mouth ulcers  -  Dec 17, 2007
Times Online,Gels containing extracts from the plant were found to ease the burning, stinging pain and ulcers associated with oral lichen planus, a chronic inflammatory

Sleep apnea testing isn't easy, but could yield positive result  -  Dec 13, 2007
SouthCoastToday.com,He sent me to an ear, nose and throat doctor, who said the white patches look like lichen planus, and he has me on Kenalog in Orabase.

Pityriasis Lichenoides Chronica Facts and Pityriasis Lichenoides ...  -  Dec 15, 2007
American Chronicle,A number of acute exanthems (eg, Mucha-Habermann disease, pityriasis rosea, acute lichen planus, guttate psoriasis, erythema multiforme) are believed to be

Update: An 81-Year-Old Woman With Temporal Arteritis  -  Dec 4, 2007
Journal of American Medical Association (subscription),...an active 81-year-old woman with a medical history significant for hypertension, multiple fractures, toxic multinodular goiter, lichen planus,

lia thought she just had toothache. it turned out to be something ...  -  Nov 6, 2007
Daily Mail,...the sore area spread and changed colour. a second dentist diagnosed erosive lichen planus. he replaced some fillings and prescribed antibiotics and

ONLINE FIRST Ten top tips -mouth ulcers  -  Sep 26, 2007
Pulse,...and Skin diseases (lichen planus and vesiculobullous conditions such as pemphigoid and pemphigus). Exclude abnormalities affecting lymph nodes, skin,

Itchy rash on legs?  -  Sep 7, 2007
Times of India,Lichen Planus is another chronic skin disease commonly found on the legs and is caused by an abnormal immune reaction provoked by a viral infection.

Homeopathy helps cure warts  -  Aug 11, 2007
Times of India,I am suffering from Lichen Planus. There are black scars on my feet and ankles. Sometimes my mouth and tongue get affected. In fact, it started from my

Happy feet  -  Aug 24, 2007
Times of India,Certain skin diseases like Lichen Planus and Eczemas tend to come first on the feet area and then spread to the body. In such cases, a proper examination

Turn to homeopathy for fine head of hair problems  -  Aug 30, 2007
CNN-IBN,Many medical conditions like hypothyroidism, anaemia, hormonal imbalances, systemic lupus erythematosus, lichen planus etc. are often detected by also

Don’t Let Rashes Get Under Your Skin  -  Aug 23, 2007
Alameda Sun,Lichen planus is another common skin rash. It's not contagious, though it's linked to certain conditions and medications. It appears as shiny, flat-topped

Homeopathy for skin care  -  Aug 7, 2007
Times of India,Q: I am suffering from Lichen Planus. There are black scars on my feet and ankles. Sometimes my mouth and tongue gets affected. In fact, it started from my

Median rhomboid glossitis  -  Jul 18, 2007
RDH,Nancy is also a co-host of the International Oral Lichen Planus Support Group through Baylor (www.bcd.tamhsc.edu/lichen).

Graft-Versus-Host Disease: A Surge of Developments  -  Jul 16, 2007
Scientist Live,Patients frequently develop lichen planus skin lesions, ocular and oral sicca, obliterative bronchiolitis, and hepatic abnormalities resembling primary

Lichen planus | hair loss disease | symptoms and treatment  -  Jun 19, 2007
American Chronicle,Lichen Planus is a disease which is common with hair loss. There are varieties of factors that cause the experiencing of hair loss.

Know your skin better  -  Jul 6, 2007
Times of India,People having dry skin are prone to skin diseases like psoriasis, dry eczema, ichthyosis and lichen planus. Though such patients take good care of their

Toothpaste allergy  -  Jun 19, 2007
RDH,Consequently, lichen planus, mucous membrane pemphigoid, pemphigus vulgaris, and the usual mucosal disease states are not at the top of your differential

Skin Problems - Find Out All Facts About Candidiasis  -  Jun 20, 2007
American Chronicle,...contraceptive pills, diabetes, iron deficiency, over-intake of antibiotics, and if you have some skin diseases such as lichen planus, psoriasis, etc.

Prevention, early detection crucial in battle against oral cancer  -  Jun 20, 2007
Gloucester Daily Times,Individuals who have had a diagnosis of oral lichen planus should have dental checkups every six months, since persistent sores of the mouth may put certain

Lichen Planus A Bumpy Itchy and Rare Skin Disease  -  Jun 1, 2007
DentalPlans.com,Lichen planus is an uncommon inflammatory disease that affects the skin and the mucous membranes. It appears as a rash or bumps on the skin.

Try soothing soaks for skin irritation  -  May 22, 2007
Chicago Daily Southtown,Dear Dr. Malloy: I have the skin condition called lichen planus that's developed over the past few months. My doctor gave me a topical ointment for the

The professional multi-tasker  -  Jun 2, 2007
Financial Express,...when her skin on the face and neck started peeling, even bleeding, in 1997 (due to a condition medically known as Lichen planus pigmentosus) is evident.

Discovering the derma segment  -  May 24, 2007
Express Pharma,...tinea/ringworm, allergic contact dermatitis /eczema, psoriasis, fungal infections, urticaria, vitiligo, hyperpigmentation, lichen planus.

Oral Lichen Planus Responds to Methotrexate, Pimecrolimus  -  Apr 18, 2007
Medscape (subscription)..."Oral lichen planus (OLP) is a chronic inflammatory disorder that can cause local irritation and discomfort with attendant poor dentition and nutrition,"

Clinical Studies Evaluate Potential Treatments For Mouth Ulcers  -  Apr 21, 2007
Medical News Today (press release),Oral erosive lichen planus is a severe inflammatory condition that causes painful wounds in the mouth. Approximately 1 percent of the population is affected

Small strokes warn of big trouble  -  Apr 18, 2007
DetNews.com,Dear Dr. Donohue: I'ma 27-year-old female and have suffered from lichen planus since I was 19. It first appeared when my brother passed away.

Oral pemphigus vulgaris  -  Apr 20, 2007
RDH,Differential diagnosis: Other vesiculobullous diseases must be considered including lichen planus, pemphigoid, lupus, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita and

Researchers Test Treatments for Painful Mouth Ulcers  -  Apr 20, 2007
Atlanta Journal Constitution (subscription),The second study found that one percent pimecrolimus cream was effective against oral erosive lichen planus, a severe inflammatory condition that causes

Palliative complimentary care in diabetes mellitus (3 ...  -  Apr 16, 2007
Daily Sun,...impaired ability to wear dental prostheses (related in part to salivary dysfunction); taste impairment; lichen planus; and burning mouth sensation.

Oral cancer and causative factors  -  Apr 15, 2007
News Today,These include lichen planus. There are studies which indicate a diet low in fruits and vegetables could be a risk factor, and that conversely,

Lichen planus  -  28 Feb 2007
RDH,Etiology: Lichen planus is a cell-mediated immune response affecting approximately 2 percent of the population. Although the disorder may occur in all age

Dr Shreya B Deshpande  -  28 Feb 2007
Newindpress (subscription),Even scientific studies have proved that skin diseases like psoriasis, lichen planus and eczema have direct relation to the state of mind of an individual.

Unusual lesions will fade over time  -  23 Jan 2007
Orlando Sentinel,Question: Can you tell me about Lichen planus? I have this in my mouth. My doctor doesn't seem too worried and prescribed a steroid cream for this.

Rare skin condition treatable  -  23 Jan 2007
Fort Worth Star Telegram,Lichen planus is a fairly rare skin condition producing a shiny, flat, purplish rash that often appears on the inside wrist.

Rare skin condition treatable  -  28 Dec 2006
Fort Worth Star Telegram,Lichen planus is a fairly rare skin condition producing a shiny, flat, purplish rash that often appears on the inside wrist.

Trouble with your skin?  -  Dec 9, 2006
Hindu,I have been suffering from lichen planus for the last 10 years. I have tried different systems of treatment such as allopathy, ayurveda and homoeopathy

Oral Aloe  -  Nov 30, 2006
50 Connect,The journal article, written by Dr. Richard L. Wynn, mentions a study done on a patient with lichen planus, a disease affecting the skin and oral mucus

Trouble with your skin?  -  Dec 9, 2006
Hindu,I AM 60 years old. I have been suffering from lichen planus for the last 10 years. ... The tongue/cheek lesions could well be part of lichen planus. ...

Oral Aloe  -  Nov 30, 2006
50 Connect,...for more than 2,000 years, can also treat many oral health problems including canker sores, cold sores, herpes simplex viruses, lichen planus and gingivitis ...

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