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Hi All,
I have been fighting OLP for 5 years, with 3 dermatologist, oral pathologist, dentist, ENT and now an oncologist. I am to begin a mouthwash this week. Iv'e been taking Acetretin for several years which has helped keep it in check, but it is not working anymore. My out breaks had been manageable but now my tongue is the main issue. For some reason I had a big outbreak and now I'm trying to find something to just ease this up a bit.
I'm interested in using tacrolimus ointment. Has anyone been advised of developing cancer from the use of tacrolimus? The oral pathologist and dermatologist said no to this
I"m so glad I found this forum!
Replies to "Hi All, I have been fighting OLP for 5 years, with 3 dermatologist, oral pathologist, dentist,..."
hi Louis05. I keep tacrolimus ointment on hand and have been told the the dermatologist to apply to any LP site I see. Just remember to use the smallest amount possible and really rub it into the site. To be honest, it's hard to tell if it does anything. Faye
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Hi, @louise05 and welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect! We’re glad you found this forum also!
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/oral-lichen-planus-3/ This site talks a lot about OLP and how you can help yourself.
I didn’t find anything specific to tacrolimus just members referring to it. I’m sure other members will join the conversation soon unless they had too much fun on New Years Eve!