A Red Patch of Tissue in the Oral Cavity That

question 36

Multiple Choice

A red patch of tissue in the oral cavity that cannot be associated with inflammation is termed ____________.

• A) leukoplakia
• B) lichen planus
• C) erythroplakia
• D) Wickham's striae

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Definitions:

Tibia

A large bone located in the lower leg, also known as the shinbone, which bears much of the body's weight.

Hip Bone

A large bone in the pelvic area, formed by the fusion of three bones - the ilium, ischium, and pubis - and plays a key role in supporting the body’s weight in sitting and standing.

Os Coxa

The hip bone, part of the pelvic girdle, comprising the ilium, ischium, and pubis bones fused together.

Innominate Bone

Another term for the hip bone, comprising the ilium, ischium, and pubis, which are fused in adults.