Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
What is the difference between leukoplakia & hairy leukoplakia?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
White area & tongue: Leukoplakia means white plaque or patch. It can occur any where in the mouth. Hairy leukoplakia is specific to the fuzzy areas on the tongue and can be due to many things.
Answered 12/19/2014
5.5k views
Thank
Tongue lesions: Hairy leukoplakia is "hairy" in nature, caused by virus and has an underlying disease like hiv. It can not be rubbed off. Leukoplakia is a white lesion that can be many different things. The lesion should be biopsied.
Answered 1/26/2014
4.5k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
How to tell the difference between leukoplakia and oral candidiasis by inspection?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
How do I know if I have leukoplakia or hairy leukoplakia?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
People also searched for:
Please help! what is the difference between lichen planus and leukoplakia?
What is the difference in appearance between lichen planus and leukoplakia?
What is the difference between cervical leukoplakia and cervical leukoplasia?
How can you tell the difference between thrush or hairy leukoplakia?
Which is the difference between oral lichen planus and oral hairy leukoplakia of the tongue?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
