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What is the oral pathology lesion that is associated with fungus?
Erythroplakia
What are the differences between leukoplakia and erythroplakia?
Leukoplakia and erythroplakia are both oral lesions but differ primarily in their appearance and potential risk. Leukoplakia presents as white patches on the mucous membranes, while erythroplakia appears as red lesions. Erythroplakia is generally considered more concerning than leukoplakia due to its higher association with dysplasia and malignancy. Both conditions should be evaluated by a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and management.
What is the difference between erythroleukoplakia and erythroplakia?
erythroplakia is a RED lesion that cannot be wiped away. erythroleukoplakia is a RED and WHITE speckled lesion that cannot be wiped away. in general, a red lesion has a worse prognosis than a white lesion. always perform a biopsy.
What is difference between premalignant lesion and premalignant condition?
The World Health Organization classifies oral precancerous/potentially malignant disorders into 2 general groups, as follows:A precancerous lesion is "a morphologically altered tissue in which oral cancer is more likely to occur than its apparently normal counterpart." These precancerous lesions include leukoplakia, erythroplakia, and the palatal lesions of reverse smokers.A precancerous condition is "a generalized state associated with significantly increased risk of cancer." The precancerous conditions include submucous fibrosis, lichen planus, epidermolysis bullosa, and discoid lupus erythematous.
What has the author Rustam Effendi Harahap written?
Rustam Jehangir Mehta has written: 'The handicrafts and industrial arts of India' -- subject(s): Handicraft, Industries 'Masterpieces of Indo-Islamic architecture' -- subject(s): Islamic Architecture, Mogul Architecture
Leukoplakia?
DefinitionLeukoplakia is a precancerous sore (lesion) that develops on the tongue or the inside of the cheek in response to chronic irritation. Occasionally, leukoplakia patches develop on the external female genitals.Alternative NamesHairy leukoplakia; Smoker's keratosisCauses, incidence, and risk factorsLeukoplakia mainly affects the mucus membranes of the mouth. It is caused by irritation. Sores usually develop on the tongue, but they may also appear on the insides of the cheek.Irritation in the mouth may be caused by rough teeth or rough places on dentures, fillings, and crowns. It may also result from smoking or other tobacco use (smoker's keratosis). Persons who smoke pipes are at high risk for developing this condition, as are those who hold chewing tobacco or snuff in their mouth for a long period of time.Leukoplakia patches may develop on the external female genital area, but the cause is unknown.Leukoplakia may become cancerous.The disorder is most common in elderly persons."Hairy" leukoplakia of the mouth is an unusual form of leukoplakia that is seen mostly in HIV-positive people. It may be one of the first signs of HIV infection. It can also appear in other people whose immune system is not working well, such as after a bone marrow transplant. It is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, but is not harmful by itself.White patches usually appear on the tongue and sometimes on other places in the mouth. The condition may look like thrush, a type of Candida infection that is also linked to HIV and AIDS in adults.SymptomsThe most common symptoms of hairy leukoplakia are painless, fuzzy white patches on the side of the tongue.The skin lesions tend to have the following characteristics:Location Usually on the tongueMay be on the inside of the cheeksIn females, occasionally on the genitalsColor Usually white or grayMay be red (called erythroplakia, a condition that can lead to cancer)Texture ThickSlightly raisedHardened surfaceSigns and testsThe typical white patch of leukoplakia develops slowly, over weeks to months. The lesion may eventually become rough in texture, and may become sensitive to touch, heat, spicy foods, or other irritation.A biopsy of the lesion confirms the diagnosis. An examination of the biopsy specimen may find changes that indicate oral cancer.TreatmentThe goal of treatment is to get rid of the lesion. Removing the source of irritation is important and may cause the lesion to disappear.Treat dental causes such as rough teeth, irregular denture surface, or fillings as soon as possible.Stop smoking or using other tobacco products.Do not drink alcohol.You may need surgery to remove the lesion. The lesion is usually removed in your health care provider's office using local anesthesia.Leukoplakia on the vulva is treated in the same way as oral lesions.Expectations (prognosis)Leukoplakia is usually harmless. Lesions often clear up in a few weeks or months after the source of irritation is removed.Oral hairy leukoplakia is often a sign of HIV infection and an increased likelihood of developing AIDS, but it is not harmful by itself.ComplicationsChronic discomfortInfection of the lesionOral cancerCalling your health care providerCall for an appointment with your health care provider if you have any lesions resembling leukoplakia or hairy leukoplakia.PreventionMinimize or stop smoking or using other tobacco products. Do not drink alcohol, or limit your number of alcoholic drinks. Have rough teeth treated and dental appliances repaired promptly.Safer sexual practices minimize the risk of contracting sexually-transmitted diseases, including HIV.ReferencesDaniels TE. Diseases of the mouth and salivary glands. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 451.Posner M. Head and neck cancer. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa:Saunders Elsevier;2007:chap 200.
