This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Pathology
Erosive lichen planus resembles which of the following 
Select and explain. 
A. Monilial gingivitis, B. Desquamative gingivitis, C. Herpetic gingivitis, D. Acute ulcerative gingivitis
B: Desquamative gingivitis
Answer: B: Desquamative gingivitis 
Explanation: Desquamative gingivitis represents oral manifestations of various diseases like

Lichen pLanus (Erosive or atrophic form),
Cicatrialpemphigold or Benign mucous membrane pemphigoid
pemphigus.