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Smoker. Noticed Red Veins In Mouth. Feel Irritated. Have Dental Problem. What Could Be The Problem?

I am a smoker (about 9 years), when I shine a light in my mouth, I can see all the little red veins in my mouth. My palate-pharyngeal arches are very red, like they are irritated, but I cant tell if it is all the veins or something like erythroplakia. I have numerous dental problems as I haven't been to the dentist in several years. Its almost as if the tissue inside my mouth is transparent.....what is the likely problem. I'm worried I'm developing mouth cancer or something, but I don't have any growths or sores.
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Hi,
As you are a smoker, having this type of problem, never neglect.
Consult oral surgeon and get examined.
Let examination report be normal but rule out Sub-mucous fibrosis or Leucoplekia.
Stop smoking.
Take vitamin E and B.complex supplements.
Ok and take care.
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Smoker. Noticed Red Veins In Mouth. Feel Irritated. Have Dental Problem. What Could Be The Problem?

Hi, As you are a smoker, having this type of problem, never neglect. Consult oral surgeon and get examined. Let examination report be normal but rule out Sub-mucous fibrosis or Leucoplekia. Stop smoking. Take vitamin E and B.complex supplements. Ok and take care.