Concerned about exposure time frame & OHL (Oral Hair Leukoplakia)

Hello
I've been very concerned lately because 6-8 months ago (could have been as early as 4 months ago) I noticed a small white spot on the side of my tongue. Initially I didn't think anything of it and thought it was something that I ate or a change in my diet. I researched this and understand the oral thrush can be a cause but it doesn't have the same characteristics. I do have some white on the inner cheeks that rub off without any pain/bleeding that mainly accumulates in the morning. I don't smoke and did drink heavy on occasion 2 times every other week. I do have fillings and noticed that when I sleep that my tongue rests or migrates on the side that this white spot is. I don't have the best oral hygiene but can't understand if this would be a cause. The other side of the tongue is clear and does not have any white spots or spot.

The white area/spot which is approximately 1/4 inch and can not be easily removed unless its pinched with my fingers and a bath towel. I've noticed that even when I partially remove this it does come back however this area has not grown in size over this duration. I was wondering if OHL (Oral Hair Leukoplakia) does grow or increase in size within this time span of 6-8 months? I've read that it can vary in growth depending on your CD4 count and can disappear on and off.

I have read that it can show up in early stages which is rare? I know this is only information however from what I've gathered but it states that the initial detection of OHL the individual will develop AIDS within 24-36 months.

Does anyone else know if there are any other symptoms that would associate with this? Or even have OHL show up at a max of 10 months or possibly earlier? I've read different conflicting reports that it mainly shows up with a CD4 count of under 200 however it can show up as high as 500 or more. If I do have a low CD4 count would I have any additional symptoms?

I'm also concerned since I had unprotected vaginal sex approximately a year ago which is where I came up with the time frame of 6-8 months later of the white spot. I noticed initially after 2-4 weeks I had some allergy/cold symptoms such as running nose, headache, run down, etc. which really concerns me. I know I need to get tested however I am really concerned and would appreciate any input.

If the white spot (OHL?) seems to show up 6-8 months later is this possible if one was to contact HIV? I have had no other symptoms such as diarrhea, weight loss (in fact I believe I have gained weight), no loss of appetite. The only thing I noticed is that I have had some inner chest pains around the area were my heart is. The pain is not overbearing but more annoying. I've eliminated heart burn since its off center and my diet doesn't consist of any spice foods or any foods that may cause this. I did have strep throat 3 months ago and ask the doctor about the white spot on the tongue and see stated to go see a dentist and get a biopsy. After medication the strep throat went away within 48 hours.

Thank you for the input

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