Symptoms of lichen planus

The areas of the body which will be affected by the condition include:

    the skin
    the mouth
    the penis
    the female genitals (external feminine sex organs) and vagina

Lichen planus of the skin

The symptoms of lichen of the skin are:

    purple-red colored bumps (papules) that square measure slightly raised, shiny and have a flat high
    the papules typically live 3-5mm in diameter
    the papules might also have irregular white streaks (Wickham's striae)
    thicker scaly patches will seem, typically round the ankles – this can be referred to as hypertrophic lichen planus itchy skin

Lichen planus of the skin typically affects the wrists, ankles and lower back, though different components of the body can even be affected.

Thickened (hypertrophic) lichen affects the shins and ringed lichen affects creases within the skin, like the armpits. when the lesions have cleared, the affected space of skin will typically become discolored.
Lichen planus of the mouth (oral lichen planus)

The symptoms of lichen of the mouth are:

    a white pattern on the tongue and inner cheeks
    white and red patches within the mouth
    burning and discomfort within the mouth whereas consumption or drinking
    painful, red gums
 revenant mouth ulcers

Mild cases of oral lichen don't typically cause any pain or discomfort.
Lichen planus of the member

The symptoms of lichen of the penis are:

    purple or white ringed patches on the tip of the penis (glans)
    bumps (papules) that square measure flat-top and glossy
    the rash is usually not restless

Lichen planus of the female genitals and vagina

The symptoms of lichen planus of the female genitals and vagina include:

    soreness, burning and rawness round the female genitals
    the female genitals could also be lined in white streaks and be a red, pink or pale white color
    if the vagina is affected, gender are often painful
    if the outer layers of skin break down, moist, red patches will type
 connective tissue will type, that distorts the form of the vagina
    a sticky, yellow or inexperienced discharge, which can be gory
    the gap of the vagina will become narrowed.