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lichen planus [‚līk·ən ′plan·əs] (medicine) A dermatologic disease of unknown etiology that also occurs in the mouth, on the tongue, or on the lips as smooth lacy networks of white lines or, less commonly, as white patches that may become ulcerative. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Moreover, to test the specificity of our monoclonal antibody, skin biopsy specimens from patients with Mediterranean spotted fever (15 cases), acute eczematous dermatitis (2 cases), psoriasis (2 cases), and lichen planus (1 case) served as negative controls. The main differential diagnosis of cicatricial pemphigoid includes pemphigus, erosive lichen planus, and linear IgA disease, among other rare autoimmune diseases. They can be very painful, and they must be differentiated from calluses, keratomas, lichen planus, and foreign bodies. |
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