Oral Lichen Planus in the Esophagus

I was diagnosed with this retched complaint 3 years ago. I was prescribed steroid mouth rinse which certainly reduced it's impact on my life.  However, I am never without a sore mouth which has resulted in my inability too gain weight. I now weigh 7 and a bit stone and am desperate to gain weight but have no appetite at all.  Try the steroids. It may give you some relief.  Good luck.

Your story is interesting. It is somewhat  similar to mine. I've had 2 biopsies and will have a third in November. My report came back saying i have Lichenoid Stomatitis. Is that a definite OLP diagnosis? Don't know.  However, my oral surgeon thinks i have it. I had trouble swallowing starting a couple of years ago and had a upper endoscopy done to check for growths and nothing was found. My MD said i have Gerd and recommended i take over the counter Omeprasol. It did not help at all. I gave up soda and that helped somewhat. I think i have OLP in my esophagus and erosive OLP on sides of my tongue. It is painful to eat, brush my teeth, and swallow most solid food. I have found that when i'm stressed out it gets worse. Periostat has helped my gums so that they don't bleed anymore and brushing isn't as bad. I have not taken oral steroids (Prednisone). I don't want to take that unless i absolutely have to.  I have not been told anything about an autoimmune test. I would certainly be interested in that. Let us know if you get this done and what the results are. Also, Do you have arthritis? 

What about a dermatologist?  I am seeing one in August for a biopsy of a spot that won't heal on my chest. And I plan to ask her about my biopsy I need on my OLP. I haven't been able to come up with the money for the biopsy through my dentist and he won't do it without payment in full

A dermatologist that also treats oral lichen planus is the physician you need and biopsy to confirm. Those that specialize are hard to find. The oral mucosal and lining internally are our internal skin. I have found it a frustrating disease and trial and error nutritionally. I stay away from processed meats, due to the sodium nitrates, wine due to sulphites and tannins, artificial sweeteners, chocolate, vinegar, onions, garlic, barley, sweet potatoes, white potatoes, legumes , spices, tomatoes, soy and soy products, mint, I use Desert Essence Natural Tea Tree and Neem toothpaste and their Tea Tree Oal Mouthwash, I drink lactose free whole milk, plain yogurt, rice, carrots, string beans, oatmeal and cream of wheat, chicken, lamb, fish and beef. When I deviate off I blister immediately. Painful horrible disease. Wish you well