. I have white patches on my tongue. My biopsy reports says that histopathlogical findings are compatible to leukoplakia. No malignancy. What does it mean. I am fearing of cancer in future. please guide.

Dr. Yasmin Asma ZoharaDentist27yrs exp

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Quitting habits strictly can prevent cancerous lesion. Various treatment modalities for oral leukoplakia have been reported, but there is currently no consensus on the most appropriate treatment The treatment modalities include change of lifestyle factors such as tobacco and alcohol intake, Medication with retinoids or antimycotics, 13-cis-retenoic acid, carotenoids, Vitamin C, E, Natural agents (green tea) & Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents Surgical excision, Cryosurgery, Laser evaporation or laser excision. 

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Dr. Prakhar SinghGeneral Physician7yrs exp

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I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you white tongue is usually caused when bacteria, debris (like food and sugar) and dead cells get trapped between the papillae on the surface of your tongue. These string-like papillae then grow large and swell up, sometimes becoming inflamed. This creates the white patch you see on your tongue. Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.  

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