Leukoplakia, Hairy

Overview

Epithelial hyperplasia of the oral mucosa associated with Epstein-Barr virus (HERPESVIRUS 4, HUMAN) and found almost exclusively in persons with HIV infection. The lesion consists of a white patch that is often corrugated or hairy.

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Quick facts about Leukoplakia, Hairy

Topic type

Condition

Category

Dentistry

MeSH classification

C01.925.256.466.313.500|C04.588.443.591.545.500|C04.834.512.513.500|C07.465.530.545.500|C23.300.816.513.500

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