Lichen planus is an autoimmune, chronic and inflammatory skin condition which affects both the skin and the mucosal surfaces. There are several types of lichen planus - some of them affect only the skin, some affect the mouth (like your gums and cheeks), some affect the nails, and some can be in reaction to either a drug that you have taken or some can occur with no underlying reason at all. Some people even get oral lichen planus because of certain fillings and metals present in their oral cavity. There have been instances of people getting lichen planus due to their use of Ayurvedic medications which they are allergic to. And while it is not considered a very serious skin disease, lichen planus can be painful and itchy to deal with. The best course of action to help deal with it is to get yourself examined by a professional, and we can help you get started on that.
