Question 1

what is cervical leukoplakia and leukoplasia?

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Terms interchangeabl: Yhe words can be used interchangeable . They are white patches or spots that occur on the mucosa , tongue. Cheek, vuvla, and penis. It is also know as smokers tongue , smokers patch.

Question 2

what is the difference between cervical leukoplakia and cervical leukoplasia?

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Same: I bet both terms are the same and describe the white lesions seen on the cervix.

Question 3

is leukoplakia of the cervix a transmitted disease of some sort. how does one get leukoplakia of the cervix?

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No: Leuokoplakia describes a white patch  covering a mucous membrane. It is not a disease.

Question 4

is leukoplakia of the cervix and hpv the same thing?

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No: Leukoplakia is a description not a diagnosis. Leukoplakia describes a white patch on a mucous membrane.Hpv is an infection caused by the human papilloma virus. One of the risks associated with hpv is an increase in developing cervical cancer.

Question 5

how common is leukoplakia?

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Uncommon: But not rare.  It is just a thickening of the mucosa due to some type of irritation, whether it be mechanical or chemical.

Question 6

how is leukoplakia diagnosed usually?

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By exclusion: Leukoplakia is simply an unknown white area in your mouth.  If you see such an area, it should be evaluated and often biopsied to determine the exact cause of this white tissue.

Question 7

can i get leukoplakia if i'm only 14?

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Vety rare: yes there is always a possibility. Usually chronic long term irritation or micro trauma along with other factors can be the cause. Please consult oral surgeon he is the right person to help you. Good luck

Question 8

how can bladder leukoplakia be cured ?

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Bladder leukoplakia: This is an issue you would need to discuss with your urologist

Question 9

how are leukoplakia & hairy leukoplakia different?

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Different: Hlp is a variant of leukoplakia and is seen in HIV positive people. Leukoplakia is caused by the epstein barr virus.

Question 10

can leukoplakia be a cancer?

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Can be pre-cancerous: Leukoplakia is a thickening of the lining of the mouth tissues and is due to reaction from local irritation or inflammation and is common in tobacco users. It can be a pre-cancerous condition and over time can become cancerous in a significant number of cases (up to 15-20%). Checking with your doctor to see if a biopsy may be necessary is the next step.

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