This guide lists homeopathic medicines that are commonly considered for lichen planus, along with the symptom picture usually associated with each one. It is general information only: homeopathic prescribing is individualised, so the right medicine depends on your complete case – please consult a qualified homeopathic doctor before taking any of them, and do not stop or change any current treatment without medical advice.
About lichen planus
Lichen planus is an inflammatory condition in which itchy, flat-topped, purplish bumps appear on the skin, often on the wrists, ankles or lower back. It can also affect the inside of the mouth (white lacy patches or sore areas), the nails, the scalp and the genitals. It is thought to be immune-mediated and is not contagious. It often settles over months to a couple of years but may recur. Persistent mouth sores should be checked by a doctor, as oral lichen planus needs periodic follow-up.
Wondering which of these medicines is right for you?
Every person with lichen planus is different, and so is the medicine that works best for them. To discover the best-suited homeopathic medicines for lichen planus for you, consult our experts. They will study your symptoms, your past treatment history and your personality, and then find the homeopathy medicines that suit you best.
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Homeopathic medicines for Lichen Planus
Arsenicum album Greatly itching;
In skin there is small purplish spot., there is blisters after scratching.
Borax when blisters mostly appear in mouth. It is suited for Oral Lichen planus,with unhealthiness Of the skin.
Sulphur – Skin is dry, scaly, and unhealthy; every little injury suppurates.
Skin ailments are associated with lot of itching and burning that becomes worse on scratching and washing.
Itching more in the evening.
Skin excoriations especially in folds.
Skin becomes dry and hard.
Skin affections that develop after local medication.
This remedy is more suited to thin and weak individuals who are very sensitive to heat.
Mentally suited to people who are nearly always irritated and depressed. They are very forgetful. They are either too busy or they dare lazy and do not feel like doing work. Some of them may have a feeling that they are immensely.
Apis – There is burning and swelling in skin.Prickly heat; Lichen urticatus.
Rumex – Red rashes, itching coming on when undressing.
Nat. Mur – Dry eruptions, especially on margin of hairy scalp and bends of joints. Itching skin, raw, red, and inflamed; worse, eating salt, at seashore.
Thuja – Good for inveterate skin troubles and chronic stubborn skin conditions like lichen planus, psoriasis, eczema, warts, pyoderma,etc. Tendency to have unhealthy skin in general. These patients are better in dry weather and worse from humid climate and damp conditions.
Arsenicum iodatum – It is a very good remedy for skin conditions like lichen planus, eczema and psoriasiswhere there is marked itching and exfoliation of the skin. There is exfoliation of large scales which leaves behind raw exuding surface.
Ignatia-Itching, nettle-rash. Very sensitive to draught of air. Excoriation, especially around vagina and mouth.
Homeopathic treatment of lichen planus at Welling Homeopathy
These are only basic indications – many more homeopathic medicines are used for lichen planus, and the right one is chosen after detailed case-taking by an experienced doctor. To find out about homeopathy treatment of lichen planus at Welling Homeopathy, contact a Welling clinic or call +91 80 80 850 950 for a consultation in person or online.
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Disclaimer: this page is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Results vary from person to person.
