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  • female
  • 40 Years
  • 01/04/2021

What triggers Lichen Planus?

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Dr. Dr Shubham Chauhan

Dr Shubham Chauhan

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  • MBBS
  • 4+ Yrs
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Lichen planus can be triggered by Hep C infection , flu Vaccine , certain pigments , metals , chemicals , Pain killers like Ibuprofen , some blood pressure medicines.

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