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What Causes White Patches In The Mouth?
Question: I have white skin build up on the inner lip and the inside of my cheeks. It seems as though I have to either chew it away or pick up to remove. My doctor is requesting a biopsy but in the mean time has prescribed Dexamethason to see if helps. Should I be concerned about oral cancer?
Brief Answer:
yes, you should be
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. I have gone through the details.
So a white skin formation in mouth is known as leucoplakia. For the fear of cancer, it should be biopsied as it is a premalignant condition or early stage. If at all, any cancer detected, it can be cured completely.
Don't worry, go for it.
Thanks and regards
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yes, you should be
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. I have gone through the details.
So a white skin formation in mouth is known as leucoplakia. For the fear of cancer, it should be biopsied as it is a premalignant condition or early stage. If at all, any cancer detected, it can be cured completely.
Don't worry, go for it.
Thanks and regards
Feel free to ask further
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