What causes leukoplakia, and can it turn into oral cancer? - #14608
A few weeks ago, I noticed a white patch inside my mouth that doesn’t go away when I try to scrape it. I looked it up and found out that it might be leukoplakia. From what I understand, it’s usually harmless, but in some cases, it can lead to oral cancer. Now I’m really worried. What actually causes leukoplakia? I don’t smoke, but I do drink tea and coffee regularly. Could that be a factor? Also, does leukoplakia happen more often in people with poor oral hygiene, or is it something that just develops randomly? How do doctors diagnose leukoplakia, and when should I be concerned? If it’s just a harmless patch, will it go away on its own, or does it need treatment? Are there Ayurvedic remedies that can help reduce leukoplakia naturally, like using turmeric or neem? I read that some people with leukoplakia get a biopsy to check for cancer cells. How common is it for leukoplakia to turn into something serious? Has anyone here had it before, and what treatment did your doctor recommend?
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