Abstract:
Lichen planus is a common dermatosis characterized by a chronic relapsing course, painful itching, cosmetic defect, and painful rashes in the oral cavity. According to the WHO, the incidence of lichen planus in the general population is 0.5– 2.2 %. In recent years, there has been an increase in the in- cidence of lichen planus, which can be associated with social instability in society in the 1990s and subsequent years, since
the development or recurrence of lichen planus is preceded by stressful situations, mental trauma. In modern society, there is a stigmatization in relation to dermatological patients, there are no institutions of social assistance for this category of patients, which makes it difficult to find employment, career growth, interpersonal contacts, and creating a family
