A common symptom is sub-acute eruptions with intense itching. Apart from itching following symptoms are frequently observed in patients with Lichen Planus:

• Purplish eruptions or pinkish or greyish eruptions on the skin
• Flat-topped polygonal papule covered with adherent scales
• Itching at site of skin rash
• Blisters may burst and become scabby.
• White lines on the surface – Wickham’s striae.
• Oral and genital mucosa is involved with different lesions, including a white lacy pattern, tiny white papule, or ulcerative lesions. These are painful and cause a burning sensation.
• Nail changes can be seen as linear ridges, discolouration, dystrophic lesions, and pterygium formation.
• Less commonly, it affects the nails, mucous membranes, and scalp.
• Malignant changes occur in hardened longstanding ulcerative lesions, especially lesions of the oral mucosa that are more prone to malignant transformation.

A proper clinical examination is mostly enough to diagnose the condition. Sometimes a biopsy may be taken. The diagnostic characteristics are:-

• Intense pruritus
• Erythematosus to violaceous colour for the early lesion
• Flat-topped polygonal papules
• Intense black pigmentation on healing
• Koebner phenomenon is present.
• Lace like the pattern for oral lesions

Most autoimmune diseases are because of disturbances of the psychic and somatic level of the individual, so we have to focus not only on the physical well-being alone but also on the mental health.

So for mental and spiritual health, like practising yoga, mindful walking, meditation, listening to some soft, inspiring music and believing in self. And most important, unplug from the world of gadgets from time to time. And most importantly, forgive and forget situations, incidences, persons which provokes pain and suffering.

From the physical aspects, diet and lifestyle management is most important. A variety of food is available for calming autoimmune diseases. Taking less-spicy food with the natural sources of anti-inflammatory food substances are pretty helpful. A few of them are:-

• Green leafy vegetables like spinach
• Turmeric- which is a natural healer for autoimmune diseases.
• Berries, broccoli, sprouts, cauliflower etc., have a remarkable effect on rectifying the inflammatory condition and deranged the body’s immune system.

It is the uniqueness of Homeopathic medication is, it acts simultaneously on the mind as well as the body. We at Lets Homeopathy treat the individual as a whole, not just for the disease of some particular part of the body. The manifestation of the lichen planus is in the skin or mucosa, but the derangement of the immune system is the causative factor behind it. Hence it is clear that the application of local medications or any steroids is not of much help. It may reduce the itching or irritation for a while, but the disease process goes on.

Out first objective is to decrease the intensity and frequency of the symptoms and subsequently bring back the deranged immunological condition to harmony. To achieve the same, we would note all the possible details about your mental, physical and emotional health. Based on a thorough understanding of your constitution, we would determine which remedy is suitable for you, along with the appropriate dosages and strength of the medicine to be administered. There are multiple medications frequently used in

Among hundreds of Homeopathic Medications that are frequently indicated in the lichen planus, some of them are: Sulphur, Merc Sol, Natrum Mur, Sepia, Thuja etc., are often prescribed.

However, we advise not to go for a self-prescription, as it may prove harmful. Parents are not encouraged to self-prescribe any of the Homeopathic medications without consulting an appropriately qualified doctor from a recognized university.

So, why wait? Get a consultation with a qualified and experienced Homeopath today from the comfort of your home through Let’s Homeopathy. We will deliver the medicines to your doorstep too!