Problem
Leukoplakia of oral mucosa
Other Names:
Keratinization disturbanceErythroplakia of oral mucosa
Leukokeratosis nicotina palati
Leukoedema of the mouth
Lingual erythroplasia
Leukoplakia of the tongue
Nature:
Leukoplakia on the lip is most often due to solar-induced damage from repeated sun exposure. A bad habit of biting the inside lip could also result in a lesion. Leukoplakia is seen in smokers because of chronic heat irritation from the cigarette filter or pipe. Chewing tobacco or snuff is also a cause of leukoplakia inside the cheek. Broader Problems:
LeukoplakiaDiseases of the mouth and jawDisorders of the tongue Narrower Problems:
Oral hairy leukoplakia Subject(s):
Medicine → Teeth, mouthProblem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST