Scientists cultivating partnerships of fungi and algae believe their invention has far-out implications for how we create the ...

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, but you may ...

Lichen planus is an inflammatory skin condition that causes a rash that is usually itchy. It consists of small, shiny, slightly raised, flat-topped bumps that can be pink or purple in color. Lichen ...

Lichen nitidus is an inflammatory condition that causes small, shiny bumps to develop on the skin. It rarely causes other symptoms and does not usually require treatment. The causes of lichen nitidus ...

Oral lichen planus can cause white lesions to appear in your mouth, often on the insides of your cheeks. It may result from an infection, certain medications, or other health conditions. Lichen planus ...

Psoriasis and lichen planus are skin conditions that share some features in common, like a red and scaly look, but they also have key differences. Psoriasis tends to thicken into patches and can last ...

Tiny life-forms with bright colors might point the way to big dinosaur bone discoveries. In the badlands of western Canada, two species of lichen prefer making their homes on dinosaur bones instead of ...

After the distraction of fall leaves has passed, don’t assume that your garden is dormant. It’s time to appreciate the beauty of lichen. By Margaret Roach What are lichens? They are neither plant nor ...

Lichen planus is a skin rash triggered by the immune system. It’s not currently known why this immune response occurs. There may be several contributing factors, and each case is different. Potential ...

The "Clinical Snapshot" series provides a concise examination of a clinical presentation including history, treatment, patient education, and nursing measures. Using the format here, you are invited ...