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I Have A Small White Patch In The Inner Cheek...
Question: I have a small white patch in the inner cheek... Looks like leukopalykia... I chew tobacco..... But stopped... How long will it take to reverse the same
Brief Answer:
A biopsy is required.
Detailed Answer:
if Hi,
Thanks for the query.
We have to confirm the diagnosis and have to rule out malignancy( cancer).
A biopsy is must.
Consult a general surgeon and get plan for a biopsy.
If it is a leukoplakia, it takes four to six weeks for complete recovery.
You can apply triamcinolone mouth paste for faster recovery.
Wishing all the best.
Thanks
A biopsy is required.
Detailed Answer:
if Hi,
Thanks for the query.
We have to confirm the diagnosis and have to rule out malignancy( cancer).
A biopsy is must.
Consult a general surgeon and get plan for a biopsy.
If it is a leukoplakia, it takes four to six weeks for complete recovery.
You can apply triamcinolone mouth paste for faster recovery.
Wishing all the best.
Thanks
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