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Leukoplakia
Alternate Names : Hairy Leukoplakia, Smoker's Keratosis
Leukoplakia Prognosis (Expectations)
Leukoplakia is usually harmless, and lesions usually clear in a few weeks or months after the source of irritation is removed. Approximately 3% of leukoplakia lesions develop cancerous changes.
Hairy leukoplakia is often a sign of HIV infection and an increased likelihood of developing AIDS.
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• Definition
• Leukoplakia Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Leukoplakia Symptoms & Signs
• Leukoplakia Prevention
• Leukoplakia Diagnosis & Tests
• Leukoplakia Treatment
• Leukoplakia Prognosis
• Leukoplakia Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 11/7/2002
Reviewed By : Ezra E. W. Cohen, M.D., Department of Medicine, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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