Lichen Planus Treatments

Treatment

Talk with your doctor about the best plan for you. Treatment options include the following:

Symptom Relief

Topical or oral antihistamines to relieve itching
Other topical anti-itching products (pramoxine, menthol, eucalyptus oil)
Soothing soaks (oatmeal, Burows solution 1:40)

Steroid Medications

Topical steroids may be used to help decrease inflammation. Steroids may also be injected by a needle directly into a lesion. Oral or IV steroids are only used in severe cases.

Other Treatments

Retinoids or immunomodulating medications may be useful, particularly for lesions in the mouth
Ultraviolet light combined with oral medication has also been effective in widespread or resistant cases

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