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Is oral hairy leukoplakia death sign of hiv? i'm scared and want to know if there is any possibility to have ohl without hiv
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Probably not OHL: I think you've been reading too much information on the internet, without real understanding. Several things that can cause various marks on the tongue in addition to hairy leukoplakia. Without HIV, OHL is a minor condition. Even with HIV, it's definitely not a "death sign". HIV is rare in 19 year olds in the US. even w/ at "hi risk. See doctor or dentist, and expect a reassuring response.
Answered 5/21/2019
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