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Have Acquired Lichen Planus, Prescribed Fluocinonide Gel, Not Working. How To Get Rid Of Problem?

I have acquired Lichen Planus and have been treating for past 6 months with very little improvement , my dr. has prescribed fluocinonide gel usp 0.05% he says to put small amount in mouth and gently massage the affected area. this is not working to get rid of problem. i m open to anything. elmer @ talk 2 elmer@live,com.
Mon, 21 Oct 2013
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lichen planus is viral condition as it takes very long time may be years
keep on applying the medicine prescribed by doctor continuously
low protein diet with non spicy non oily and non greesy foods plenrty of fluids can help you
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Have Acquired Lichen Planus, Prescribed Fluocinonide Gel, Not Working. How To Get Rid Of Problem?

lichen planus is viral condition as it takes very long time may be years keep on applying the medicine prescribed by doctor continuously low protein diet with non spicy non oily and non greesy foods plenrty of fluids can help you