"A morphologically changed tissue in which mouth cancer is more likely to occur than its apparently normal counterpart" is referred to as a pre-cancerous lesion. "A generalized state associated with greatly elevated risk of cancer" is what is meant by "pre-cancerous condition." pre-cancerous conditions of the mouth are alterations that increase the likelihood that cancer will form in the mouth's cells. These are not yet cancerous conditions. Yet, there is a danger that these abnormal alterations could develop into mouth cancer if they are left untreated. The most prevalent oral pre-cancerous disorders are Leukoplakia and Erythroplakia.
1. Leukoplakia
An abnormal white or grey spot known as leukoplakia can form on the tongue, inside of the cheek, gums, or the floor of the mouth. Leukoplakia may not automatically indicate malignancy. The likelihood of developing oral cancer is influenced by how the aberrant cells differ from healthy mouth cells in terms of size, shape, and appearance. We refer to this condition as dysplasia. Leukoplakia patients are continuously monitored by the medical staff for any indications of malignancy.
2. Risk Factors
The following risk factors increase your chance of developing leukoplakia:
- Smoking heavily
- Betel-nut chewing
- Chewing tobacco
- Excessive alcohol use
3. Signs And Symptoms
The signs and symptoms of leukoplakia include a whitish area or spots inside the mouth that cannot be easily scraped off.
4.Treatments
- Leukoplakia has no established therapies. It is controlled through ongoing observation. This indicates that your medical team keeps a careful eye on your situation. Regular examinations and testing will be used to spot any early signs of cancer.
- LASER surgery is the ideal procedure. Those with leukoplakia should abstain from known risk factors like smoking and drinking alcohol because the condition can progress to malignancy.
5.Erythroplakia
Your dentist or doctor will ask you about any symptoms you have and do a dental or oral examination. They may take a sample of cells from the abnormal area (called a biopsy) so they can be tested in a lab.
6.Risk Factors
The following risk factors increase your chance of developing leukoplakia:
- Smoking heavily
- Betel-nut chewing
- Chewing tobacco
- Excessive alcohol use
7.Signs And Symptoms
The signs and symptoms of erythroplakia include a raised or smooth red area that often bleeds when scraped.
8.Treatments
Treatment options for erythroplakia may include:
- careful watching (active surveillance) and frequent follow-up.
- surgery.
- cryosurgery.
- laser surgery.
Because erythroplakia can develop into cancer, people with this condition should avoid known risk factors, such as using tobacco and drinking alcohol.
