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Diagnosing Oral Lichen Planus (OLP)
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I too was diagnosed with OLP without biopsies done in my mouth. I also have three of the four LP conditions, OLP, LP on my skin and ELP-Esophageal Lichen Planus which is extremely rare.
I also avoid hot minty things, spices, Mexican food which I loved and most citrus foods including avocado at times and drinks. My OLP can also effect my lips. From my experience having OLP and LP on my skin, it tends to flare up and down. Irritants often cause my OLP to flare up. In addition I have found that stress and emotional upset can effect my LP conditions.
Lichen Planus conditions are from an autoimmune disease. The immune system is attacking the mucus membranes in the body. I hope this info is helpful to you.
Take care ❤️
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@sadea0208
I am experiencing some rashes and my regular doctor is thinking lichen planus. Your comment about mucus membranes intrigues me. When I was getting checked for celiac, I found out that my body does not make IgA. From my research, IgA is something your immune system produces to fight off infection in your mucous membranes (mouth, nose, gastro, repro systems). I also am dubious of the idea that your body spontaneously decides to attack itself.
Questions:
1. Has anyone else been found to be IgA deficient?
2. Anyone have any research or evidence that the lack of IgA might leave mucous membranes vulnerable to attack by - who knows what?