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What is the most important consideration in the differential diagnosis of all oral white patches?
What is the most important consideration in the differential diagnosis of all oral white patches?
- Patient's age and gender
- Presence of red and white or speckled lesions (correct)
- History of allergies to certain foods
- The location of the white patches on the tongue
What is the main risk factor for oral squamous cell carcinoma?
What is the main risk factor for oral squamous cell carcinoma?
- Heavy smoking and drinking (correct)
- Excessive use of teeth whitening products
- Family history of oral white patches
- Frequent consumption of spicy foods
Why is the presence of a lesion in a high-risk site, its speckled appearance, and association with smoking worrying?
Why is the presence of a lesion in a high-risk site, its speckled appearance, and association with smoking worrying?
- It suggests a potentially malignant disorder (correct)
- It may lead to autoimmune diseases
- It indicates a high risk of allergic reactions
- It could be a result of poor oral hygiene
What is the significance of a red component in potentially malignant disorders?
What is the significance of a red component in potentially malignant disorders?
Why is squamous cell carcinoma considered a likely diagnosis despite the patient's young age?
Why is squamous cell carcinoma considered a likely diagnosis despite the patient's young age?
What is the patient's average daily cigarette consumption?
What is the patient's average daily cigarette consumption?
How many units of alcohol (wine) does the patient consume per week?
How many units of alcohol (wine) does the patient consume per week?
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of the red and white lesion(s) on the tongue?
Which of the following is NOT a potential cause of the red and white lesion(s) on the tongue?
Which of the following is a type of idiopathic keratosis (leukoplakia)?
Which of the following is a type of idiopathic keratosis (leukoplakia)?
What condition is associated with smoker’s keratosis?
What condition is associated with smoker’s keratosis?
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