Lichen planus
MONDO:0006572A chronic, recurrent, pruritic inflammatory disorder of unknown etiology that affects the skin and mucus membranes. It presents with rashes and papules that tend to resolve spontaneously. It may be associated with hepatitis C. Certain drugs that contain arsenic or bismuth are associated with reactions mimicking lichen planus.
Also known as: lichen ruber planus, ruber planus
58 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New hope for chronic mouth condition: baricitinib trial launches
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether baricitinib, a drug used for arthritis, can help people with moderate to severe oral lichen planus—a painful mouth condition. Ten adults who haven't improved with other treatments will take the drug for six months. Researchers will measure changes in mout…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Pharmacists take on heart disease: new study tests community-based risk reduction
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a pharmacist-led program can help people reduce their risk of heart disease. Over 1,000 adults with conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or obesity are taking part. Pharmacists use a step-by-step guide to assess risk and support lifestyle change…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark mouth scans could catch cancer early
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether special lights and cameras can help find early signs of mouth cancer in people at high risk. About 338 participants with precancerous spots or conditions like Fanconi anemia will have their mouths examined with fluorescence imaging, which makes abnormal c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Can sound waves clear up skin? new trial tests ultrasound for pigment and rosacea
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether microfocused ultrasound can safely improve facial pigmentary diseases (like melasma) and rosacea. Two hundred adults will be randomly assigned to receive either real ultrasound or a sham (fake) treatment once a month for six months. Researchers will track…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xiangya Hospital of Central South University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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NIH launches Long-Term observation of inflammatory diseases
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows up to 500 people with acute or chronic inflammatory disorders, such as infections or immune problems, over time. Researchers will monitor participants with standard tests and may screen them for other studies. The goal is to better understand these conditions a…
Sponsor: National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genetic clues in blood and urine to personalize lung cancer care
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study collects blood, urine, and tissue samples from 330 adults with advanced lung or head and neck cancer to improve precision medicine. Researchers will analyze genetic changes in these samples and grow some tumors in mice to compare DNA. The goal is to refine liquid biops…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Arkansas • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for clues to why lichen planus treatment fails
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 110 adults with lichen planus who are using topical steroids, the standard first treatment. Researchers will collect clinical details, saliva, blood, and tissue samples to identify factors linked to poor response. The goal is to understand why some patients don…
Sponsor: University of Aberdeen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Scratching the surface: study explores skin Irritation's role in psoriasis
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to understand why psoriasis and lichen planus often appear on skin that is rubbed or irritated, like from tight clothing. Researchers planned to irritate a small patch of skin in people with these conditions and healthy volunteers, then take skin samples to study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Marie-Charlotte Brüggen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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AI vs. skin doctors: who diagnoses better?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether artificial intelligence (AI) can match a dermatologist's diagnosis when a general practitioner sends in photos and questions about a patient's skin condition. Researchers will compare the AI's diagnosis to the dermatologist's for about 1000 adults. The…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC