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What type of disease is lichen planus?
Autoimmune
What is the most common type of oral lichen planus?
Reticular lichen planus
What is the characteristic appearance of the epidermal hyperplasia in lichen planus?
Saw-tooth
What causes basal epithelial cells to be recognized as foreign in lichen planus?
Changes in the antigenicity of cell surface
What is the prognosis of lichen planus?
It is a chronic condition with no definitive cure
What are the common symptoms of oral lichen planus?
Burning sensation, itching, taste changes and sometimes pain
Learn about the autoimmune disease lichen planus, characterized by flat papules, intense itching, and Wickham striae. Understand its pathogenesis and clinical presentation on the skin or oral mucosa.
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