Leukoplakia

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Leukoplakia Definition

A white patch or plaque on a mucous membrane that cannot be characterized clinically or pathologically as any other disease. The diagnosis of leukoplakia is one of exclusion; other conditions such as candidiasis, lichen planus, leukoedema, etc. must be ruled out before a diagnosis of leukoplakia can be made. Leukoplakia may be a premalignant condition.

Leukoplakia Synonyms

Leukoplakia, Keratotic Plaque, leukoplakia

Terms in Leukoplakia category

Anal Leukoplakia
Esophageal Leukoplakia
Genital Leukoplakia
Mucous Membrane Leukoplakia