Oral lichen planus is a relatively common disease of the oral mucosa with a variety of symptoms and signs that can cause discomfort and distress to patients. Below we will detail the signs and symptoms of oral lichen planus to help you better understand and recognize the disease.
The main symptoms of oral lichen planus include white streaked or plaque-like lesions of the oral mucosa, which patients may experience roughness and discomfort, and sometimes a tingling, burning, or dry sensation. These lesions are usually symmetrically distributed and are commonly found on the buccal mucosa, dorsum of tongue, lips, gingiva, and palate. In the affected area, symptoms such as congestion, erosion, or ulceration may occur, which may be worsened when eating irritating foods.
In terms of signs of oral lichen planus, patients develop white streaked or plaque-like lesions on the oral mucosa, which may be reticulated, ring-shaped, dendritic, or plaque-like. In the area of the lesion, symptoms such as congestion, erosion, or ulceration may occur, and the severity of these signs varies from person to person. In addition, some patients may also experience edema, atrophy, or chapping of the oral mucosa.
Oral lichen planus has a long course of disease and may work backwards, causing discomfort and distress to the patient. Signs and symptoms may also vary at different stages of the disease. Therefore, for the diagnosis of oral lichen planus, it is necessary to comprehensively consider the patient's medical history, clinical manifestations and pathological examination results.
There is no definitive conclusion about oral lichen planus, but some studies suggest that the disease may be related to a variety of factors such as immunity, genetics, infection, and psychiatry. Therefore, in the case of oral lichen planus, it is necessary to comprehensively consider the specific situation of the patient and formulate a personalized plan.
In conclusion, oral lichen planus is a relatively common disease of the oral mucosa, with a wide variety of symptoms and signs. For the diagnosis of the disease, it is necessary to comprehensively consider the patient's medical history, clinical manifestations, and pathological examination results. At the same time, patients also need to actively cooperate with the doctor's **, pay attention to oral hygiene and dietary habits adjustment, in order to promote the disease**. I hope this article can help you better understand and recognize the symptoms and signs of oral lichen planus, and provide a useful reference for the prevention and development of the disease.