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What type of disease is lichen planus?
What type of disease is lichen planus?
- Bacterial
- Genetic
- Autoimmune (correct)
- Viral
What is the most common type of oral lichen planus?
What is the most common type of oral lichen planus?
- Erosive lichen planus
- Atrophic lichen planus
- Reticular lichen planus (correct)
- Bullous lichen planus
What is the characteristic appearance of the epidermal hyperplasia in lichen planus?
What is the characteristic appearance of the epidermal hyperplasia in lichen planus?
- Flat
- Rounded
- Saw-tooth (correct)
- Smooth
What causes basal epithelial cells to be recognized as foreign in lichen planus?
What causes basal epithelial cells to be recognized as foreign in lichen planus?
What is the prognosis of lichen planus?
What is the prognosis of lichen planus?
What are the common symptoms of oral lichen planus?
What are the common symptoms of oral lichen planus?