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Esophageal Lichen Planus

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Oct 11 2:53pm | Replies (108)

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@sadea0208

I also have Esophageal Lichen Planus. I'm 63yrs
old. I was recently diagnosed with it by a gastroenterologist! I had scopes and biopsies done throughout my intestinal system. I have lost 30lbs. in the past few months. The constant inflammation and pain in my mouth makes eating tough. I am using Marijuana in the evenings which helps my mouth and increases my appetite so I can eat a little bit. I live in Wa. state where it's legal.

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It sounds like you have lichen planus in your mouth as well as your esophagus. I am so sorry, it sounds painful and unpleasant. I have it just in my esophagus and on my left calf. I too lost weight - over 100 lbs before it was diagnosed. I was heavy to start with so I was lucky that the weight loss didn't become a health issue. I too have used MJ to help me eat - specifically, CBD oil which goes under my tongue. It does seem to help!