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Suggest Treatment For Oral Lichen Planus
Question: dear sir how much sitting is neded for PUVA THERAPY FOR oral
erosive lichen planus which is recalcitrant after ten years.
for orallichen planus and lp in genitalregion ,i have tried cyclosporine and tacrolimus . the doctor adviced me to stop cyclosporine . however i find difficulty while eating even less content of spicy foods .it is burning and sweating while eating . i consulted maxillofacial surgeon he recommended PUVA THERAPY . how many sitting and session is needed for this therapy .brief or comprehensive management can be described so that i would be ready for treatment
erosive lichen planus which is recalcitrant after ten years.
for orallichen planus and lp in genitalregion ,i have tried cyclosporine and tacrolimus . the doctor adviced me to stop cyclosporine . however i find difficulty while eating even less content of spicy foods .it is burning and sweating while eating . i consulted maxillofacial surgeon he recommended PUVA THERAPY . how many sitting and session is needed for this therapy .brief or comprehensive management can be described so that i would be ready for treatment
Brief Answer:
Regarding treatment for oral lichen planus - options
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writung to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
PUVA therapy is impractical for oral erosive lichen planus. Treatment options for oral erosive lichen planus commonly includes topical steroids in orabase, Oral dapsone, Oral steroids and Oral cyclosporine.
Regards
Regarding treatment for oral lichen planus - options
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writung to us
I am dr.kakkar (dermatologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
PUVA therapy is impractical for oral erosive lichen planus. Treatment options for oral erosive lichen planus commonly includes topical steroids in orabase, Oral dapsone, Oral steroids and Oral cyclosporine.
Regards
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