A 53-year-old female patient complained of a decrease in taste sensitivity. Clinical examination showed atrophy of the oral mucosa in the organs in the oral cavity. In which part of the organ did the morphological change occur?

ORAL MUCOSA

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A	palatal status
B	tongue surface
C	Basic tongue
D	Gingiva

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Oral lichen planus (LIE-kun PLAY-nus) is an ongoing (chronic) inflammatory condition that affects mucous membranes inside your mouth. Oral lichen planus may appear as white, lacy patches; red, swollen tissues; or open sores. These lesions may cause burning, pain or other discomfort.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mouth: Lichen planus inside your mouth looks like lacy patches of tiny white dots. These patches may occur on the inside of your cheeks or on your tongue. They may not cause any other symptoms; in severe cases, redness and sores develop.

Detailed explanation-3: -Atrophic lichen planus (LP) is a rare form of lichen planus, which is a condition that affects the skin and/or mouth. In atrophic LP, specifically, affected people develop pale papules or plaques with an atrophic (broken down tissue) center.

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GENERAL HISTOLOGY

TONGUE MIXED SALIVARY GLAND

ORAL MUCOSA