Disease or Syndrome
erythroleukoplakia
[ eh-rith-roh-loo-koh-play-kee-uh ]
Definitions related to erythroleukoplakia:
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An abnormal patch of red and white tissue that forms on mucous membranes in the mouth and may become cancer. Tobacco (smoking and chewing) and alcohol may increase the risk of erythroleukoplakia.NCI Dictionary of Cancer TermsU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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Leukoplakia of the oral mucosa that is clinically characterized by the presence of erythematous or red and white patches.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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