Hairy Leukoplakia Treatments

Treatment

Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Treatment options include:

Removing the Irritant

Quitting smoking or correcting dental problems often takes care of the problem.

Removing Patches

If the problem persists, or if signs of cancer are present, your dentist or doctor may need to remove patches of leukoplakia.

Medication

For hairy leukoplakia, doctors may also prescribe antiviral medicines. These include valacyclovir and famciclovir. Or, doctors may prescribe a topical solution, such as podophyllum resin.

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