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What is Basal cell degeneration seen in - and explain in detail?
Lichen planus is an inflammatory T cell mediated autoimmune disorder affecting skin, hair, nails and mucous membranes. Lichen planus triggers T cell mediated autoimmune damage to basal keratinocytes that manifest as altered self antigens on their surface. Ref Harrison20th edition pg 1256