Leukoplakia
Alternate Names : Hairy Leukoplakia, Smoker's Keratosis
Leukoplakia Treatment
The goal of treatment is to eliminate the lesion. Removal of the source of irritation is important and can lead to disappearance of the lesion.
- Dental causes such as rough teeth, irregular denture surface, or fillings should be treated as soon as possible.
- Smoking or other tobacco use should be stopped.
Surgical removal of the lesion may be necessary. The lesion is usually removed in your health care provider's office with the use of local anesthesia.
Some research has shown that vitamin A or vitamin E can shrink lesions, but this should only be administered with close supervision by a health care provider.
Treatment of leukoplakia on the vulva is the same as treatment of oral lesions.
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