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I have leukoplakia in my cheek
I was chewing tobacco for 6 years now I have leukoplakia in my cheek with small hole on red spot... I have quitted all tobacco products and taking A2z Multivitamin... I m feeling pain in Jaw when chewing food and do not eat hot and spicy food. Am I getting oral cancer?
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Yes its may be oral cancer but should confirm with biopsy report consult with nearest oncologist..
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