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I have a white patch on the side of my tongue that increasesand decreases in size daily; sometimes it almost disappears and the next day, it might get worse. my generalphysician recommended that i should get a biopsy done.what should i do?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Lesion of tongue: A white patch can be a sign of diagnosis that ranges from chronic tongue biting to cancer. We would need a complete medical history and medications you are on; habit history(including tobacco usage); and a complete exam. One item that varies in size can be a 'geographic' tongue. Based on above is the only way be can tell if it is safe to only follow or if you need a biopsy now.
Answered 1/2/2015
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Good decision : Getting a biopsy is the right and the shortest way to go. So diagnosis and subsequent treatment is fast..
Answered 1/1/2017
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Great: Unless a doctor is 100% sure about a lesion (which is unusual) step one recommendation is always to get a biopsy to know what we are dealing with and the best way to treat, remove or monitor. Take if from there.
Answered 1/11/2014
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YES biopsy: A biopsy is definitely in order. Need to know what dealing with.
Answered 4/14/2016
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