A condition that presents as painless, raised white patches on the oral mucosa that predisposes to squamous cell carcinoma is:
A. Candida
B. Lichen planus
C. Coxsackie virus
D. Leukoplakia
ANS: D
The cause of most episodes of leukoplakia is not determined. However, this condition, which results in the development of painless, raised white patches on the oral mucosa, is associated with an increased risk of oral squamous cell cancer. Risk factors for the development of leukoplakia include chronic/recurrent trauma to the affected site and the use of smokeless and smoked tobacco and alcohol.
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