{"product_id":"2940046480689","title":"Lichen Planus, A Simple Guide To The Condition, Treatment And Related Conditions","description":"\u003cp\u003eLichen Planus is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin\u003cbr\u003eIt consists of red small papules which can cause itch and scratching\u003cbr\u003eIt is often associated with lesions of the mucosal membranes\u003cbr\u003eLichen Planus occurs more in women than in men\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cause of lichen planus may be related to an allergic or immune reaction\u003cbr\u003eIt is also associated with chronic hepatitis C virus infection\u003cbr\u003eThe typical rash of Pruritic, Planar, Purple, Polygonal, Papular\u003cbr\u003eMicroscopic appearance is hyperparakeratosis of the granular cell layer\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and speed healing.\u003cbr\u003eDressings placed over skin medicines to protect from scratching\u003cbr\u003eTopical Medicines include topical corticosteroids and Vitamin A cream.\u003cbr\u003eMore severe cases need oral corticosteroids, retinoids and Cyclosporine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e-An original poem by Kenneth Kee\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInteresting Tips about the Lichen Planus\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Healthy Lifestyle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1. Take a well Balanced Diet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2. Treatment depends on the severity and type of Lichen Planus.\u003cbr\u003eThe goal of treatment is to reduce symptoms and speed healing.\u003cbr\u003ea. Mild cases may not require any treatment\u003cbr\u003eb. Severe Lichen Planus has lesions that affect most of the body and hospitalization is required.\u003cbr\u003ec. Most cases of Lichen Planus lie in between.\u003cbr\u003eAt the present moment there is no known cure for lichen planus.\u003cbr\u003eMedicines have been able to reduce the severity of inflammation and improve the quality of life.\u003cbr\u003ea. Topical Medicines include:\u003cbr\u003ei. Topical corticosteroids (such as clobetasol).\u003cbr\u003eii. Vitamin A as a cream (topical retinoic acid)\u003cbr\u003eiii. Tar lotions, ointments, creams, and shampoo\u003cbr\u003eiv. Other medicines that are applied to the skin such as tacrolimus and pimecroliumus\u003cbr\u003ev. Dressings placed over skin medicines to protect from scratching\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ed. Systemic therapy (oral drugs that affect the whole body system):\u003cbr\u003eImmunosuppressant medications\u003cbr\u003ei. Cyclosporine,\u003cbr\u003eii. Methotrexate\u003cbr\u003eiii. Oral retinoid (acitretin)\u003cbr\u003eiv. Oral corticosteroids (such as prednisone) to reduce swelling and lower immune responses\u003cbr\u003eCorticosteroids shots into a sore\u003cbr\u003ev. Hydroxychloroquine\u003cbr\u003evi. Tacrolimus\u003cbr\u003evii. Dapsone\u003cbr\u003ee. Phototherapy (with ultraviolet B, psoralen with ultraviolet A, radiation)\u003cbr\u003ef. Combined therapy is frequently used.\u003cbr\u003eg. New therapies such as the biologic agents has improved the condition\u003cbr\u003eh. Antihistamines for itch\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3. Keep bones and body strong\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBone marrow produces our blood\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEat foods rich in calcium like yogurt, cheese, milk, and dark green vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEat foods rich in Vitamin D, like eggs, fatty fish, cereal, and fortified milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEat food rich in Vitamins B and C such as green vegetables and fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eZinc and other minerals are important to the body\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4. Get enough rest and Sleep\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid stress and tension\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5. Exercise and stay active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is best to do weight-bearing exercise such as walking, jogging, stair climbing, dancing, or lifting weights for 2½ hours a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne way to do this is to be active 30 minutes a day at least 5 days a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBegin slowly especially if a person has not been active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6. Do not drink more than 2 alcohol drinks a day for a man or 1 alcohol drink a day for a woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlcohol use also increases the chance of falling and breaking a bone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlcohol can affect the neurons and brain cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e7. Stop or do not begin smoking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also interferes with blood supply and healing.\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLichen Planus\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLichen Planus is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin which typically consists of red small papules that joined together to from rough scaly patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLichen planus is a condition that forms an itchy rash on the skin or in the mouth\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTABLE OF CONTENT\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eChapter 1 Lichen Planus\u003cbr\u003eChapter 2 More Facts about Lichen Planus\u003cbr\u003eChapter 3 Treatment of Lichen Planus\u003cbr\u003eChapter 4 Pityriasis Rosea\u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 Psoriasis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 Tinea Corporis\u003cbr\u003eChapter 7 Hepatitis C\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenneth Kee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47108573266160,"sku":"2940046480689","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940046480689_p0.jpg?v=1764000127","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940046480689","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}