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. 2022 Apr 14;13:838109. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.838109

Figure 5.

Figure 5

Roles cfDNA Plays in OLP. cfDNA in OLP is recognized by DNA sensors in immune cells and keratinocytes, leading to the activation of STING and production of pro-inflammatory cytokines associated with activated T lymphocytes. CD8+ T lymphocytes induce keratinocytes apoptosis by releasing cytotoxins. Apoptotic and dead cells release cfDNA, which further promotes inflammation in OLP, leading to a positive feedback cycle.