Lichen Planus Center - Ocala, FL
Ocala Dermatologist Doctors for Lichen PlanusType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Ocala * Skin Cancer Center of Central Florida  Ocala Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Ocala Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Ocala Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Steven T Powell MD  Marion Dermatology  Frederick Behringer Jr. MD  Michael J Freeman MD  Village Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery LLC  Suncoast Dermatology  Suncoast Dermatology  Suncoast Dermatology  Suncoast Dermatology  Dermatology Health Care  UF Physicians Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  UF Physicians Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  UF Physicians Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  David C Blumer MD  Michel A Snyder MD  Lake Dermatology  Lake Dermatology  Gainesville Dermatology & Skin Surgery  Dermatology Associates  Gainesville Dermatology & Skin Surgery  Dermatology Associates  Gainesville Dermatology & Skin Surgery  Gainesville Dermatology & Skin Surgery  Richard C Childers MD PA  Florida Skin Cancer & Dermatology  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  The Dermatology Group PA  Hernando Skin & Cancer Center PA  Gulf Coast Dermatology  Aesthetic Dermatology PA  Associates in Dermatology  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Center for Dermatology & Skin Surgery Inc  Michael A Scannon MD  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  James Taylor MD  Associates in Dermatology  Caruso & Oriba MDs  Med Florida Dermatology  Watson Clinic LLP  Lake Mary Family Physicians  New Image Dermatology  New Image Dermatology  Randall Coverman MD  Rion J Forconi MD PA  Thomas G S Fiala MD  The Dermatology Group PA  SDM PLC  Point of Care Clinic  Jerome A Africk MD  Med Florida Dermatology  Jerri L Johnson MD PA  Florida Medical Clinic PA  Derrow Dermatology  Thomas M Barnes MD  William J Grisaitis MD  DrsTabas and MacFarland  DrsTabas and MacFarland  Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center  Sand Lake Dermatology Center PA  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Steven M Price MD  Family Health Center  Lawrence T Wagers MD  Jose V Lara MD  John L Meisenheimer MD  Alfredo E Gonzalez MD  Drs Knipe & Moskowitz  Knight Dermatology Institute  Comprehensive Dermatology & Dermatologic Sur  Daniel B Seff DO  Dermatology Associates  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  VA Healthcare Center Orlando  VA Healthcare Center Orlando  Bay Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery PA  Central Florida Dermatology Associates  Reflections Dermatology & Center for Skin Care  Florida Medical Clinic PA  Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center PA  Associates in Dermatology  North Florida Dermatology Associates  Dermatology & Laser Center  Dermatology & Laser Center  The Bowman Institute for Dermatologic Surgery  Joan D O'Leary MD  Parks Dermatology Center PA  Parks Dermatology Center PA  Michael J Sakellarides MD  Drs Knipe & Moskowitz  Beaches Dermatology  Towne Center for Dermatology Ocala, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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Lichen PlanusRead the Lichen Planus article » What is lichen planus?Lichen planus is a recurrent rash that is due to inflammation. The rash is characterized by small, flat-topped, many-sided (polygonal) bumps that can grow together into rough, scaly patches on the skin. There may also be a rash in the lining (mucous membranes) of the mouth or vagina. Lichen planus is a very curious skin condition, the effects of which are localized to the areas of involvement. (Lichen refers to a tree moss while planus is Latin for flat = like a flat tree moss.)
How is the rash of lichen planus different from that of most other common rashes?The major point of distinction of lichen planus from eczema, psoriasis, and other common rashes is its color -- lilac or violet. The textbooks call it "violaceous."
What are the symptoms of lichen planus?Lichen planus itches with an intensity that varies in different people from mild to severe. The onset of lichen planus can be sudden or gradual. The first attack may last for weeks or months, and recurrences may happen for years. Children are not often affected by lichen planus. The bumps at first are 2 to 4 mm in diameter, with angular borders, and a violaceous color. At the onset of the disease, new bumps may appear at sites of minor skin injury, such as a superficial scratch. An excess of pigment (hyperpigmentation) may develop in the affected skin as the lesions persist. Rarely, a patchy scarring balding (alopecia) of the scalp occurs.
What does lichen planus look like?The appearance of lichen planus depends on whether the skin or the lining (mucous membranes) inside the mouth or vagina are affected:
Recommended Reading Related to Lichen PlanusWhat is a skin biopsy?A skin biopsy is the removal of a piece of skin for the purpose of further examination in the laboratory using a microscope. Skin biopsies are performed to diagnose a number of conditions.
Why is a skin biopsy performed?Skin biopsy is most frequently done to diagnose a skin growth such as a mole, or a skin condition such as a rash. A skin biopsy can also be used to diagnose a cancer of the skin. A skin biopsy may be indicated when a mole or other marking on the skin has changed in its shape, color, or size. A skin biopsy is also sometimes used to diagnose infections of the skin.
What methods are used to obtain a skin biopsy?Different techniques are used in different situations. Typically the biopsies are obtained using local anesthetics.
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