White Spots or Patches Formed on the Mucous Membrane of the Tongue

question 12

Multiple Choice

White spots or patches formed on the mucous membrane of the tongue or cheek are called:

• A) leukoplakia.
• B) lentigo.
• C) lupus.
• D) purpura.

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