Understanding Oral Cancer and Pre-Malignant Lesions

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Oral cancer originates in the oral cavity, which includes several areas.

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The oral cavity is lined by epithelium, which has different types.

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Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium produces keratin to protect against wear and tear.

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Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium produces keratin to protect against wear and tear.

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Leukoplakia is a pre-malignant pathological change characterized by a white plaque with no clear underlying cause.

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Leukoplakia can be thin or thick, and can develop into squamous cell carcinoma.

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Urethra leukoplakia is characterized by red spots and is more likely to be cancerous.

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Frictional keratosis is not a precancerous lesion and usually fades away once the cause is removed.

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Understanding Oral Cancer and Pre-Malignant Lesions

Oral cancer originates in the oral cavity, which includes several areas.

The oral cavity is lined by epithelium, which has different types.

Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium produces keratin to protect against wear and tear.

Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium produces keratin to protect against wear and tear.

Leukoplakia is a pre-malignant pathological change characterized by a white plaque with no clear underlying cause.

Leukoplakia can be thin or thick, and can develop into squamous cell carcinoma.

Urethra leukoplakia is characterized by red spots and is more likely to be cancerous.

Frictional keratosis is not a precancerous lesion and usually fades away once the cause is removed.

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