Lichen planus creates distinctive lacy white patterns ... leaving painful erosions that heal slowly. Lupus frequently produces mouth ulcers alongside its other systemic symptoms.

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Lichen planus does not have one single cause—illnesses ... per the CDC. What it looks like: Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation throughout the body, often presents ...

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Currently noticed OPMDs that carry a high risk of malignant transformation (MT) include erythroplakia, oral lichen planus (OLP), discoid lupus erythematosus, dyskeratosis congenita, leukoplakia, ...

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What Is Oral Lichen Planus? Oral lichen planus is a long-lasting disease that affects your mouth, causing symptoms such as painful white patches, redness, and swelling. It doesn't go away ...