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Does hairy leukoplakia occur in the first year of hiv? was tested and it was negative, but still worried. dentist says gums look fine where pale.
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Hairy Leukoplakia: The hairy leukoplakia occurs most often in people whose immune systems are suppressed, not necessary HIV/AIDS. If concerned, see your PCP for ELISA test.
Answered 10/18/2015
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