I can completely relate ... I've just been started on this compound cream because of an all over body itch. It has helped, some, but I still am kept up at night from the itch, and have a hard time focusing on work as well. I've been dealing with it for about 4 weeks, but my doctor says it's just stress that caused hives. Basically she said it will go away on it's own. I've never even heard of lichen planus. Do you have any further information about it? I'm going to do some google searching as well.
Cheers... Linda ...