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Leukoplakia Treatment
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oral Hairy LeukoplakiaDr. Currier - Thank You so Much for wonderful information on the various treatment options for oportunistic infections, we all are greatful for you and your work! I have been infected with the HIV virus that causes Aids since 1988 and have made...
Response from Judith Currier, M.D.
University of CA, LA School of Medicine
Thank you for your kind words. Generally if the oral hairy leukoplakia ( what a name! ) is not casuing you any problems I do not feel it needs to be treated. People have reported sucess treating this with acyclovir 800 mg by mouth 5 times a day for...
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oral hairy leukoplakiaDr. Bob,Is there any tratment for OHL? My doc says no. Should I come to The Frascino Medical Group... Read more »Thrush or leukoplakia/leukopeniaDear Dr.I have had a persistent white coating on my tongue for the past 4+ weeks. I've been... Read more »
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A Clinical Guide to Supportive and Palliative Care for HIV/AIDSIntroduction People who are HIV positive face many challenges, including oral health problems. While most oral health problems are no different from the problems faced by people who are HIV-negative, there are some distinct differences. Further,... Read more »
Oral Health and HIVIntroduction Oral Health and People With HIV Common Oral Conditions Conditions Found More Often in People With HIV Conditions Found Primarily in People With HIV Conclusion Selected Sources Introduction Most oral health problems can... Read more »
HIV and the MouthHow Does HIV Affect the Mouth? Don't Ignore Mouth Problems! What Are the Signs of HIV in the Mouth? The Bottom Line How Does HIV Affect the Mouth? In the early years of the HIV epidemic, dentists were often the first health... Read more »
Herbal Therapies Used by People Living With HIV: SanguinariaSanguinaria canadensis is commonly called bloodroot. It is a powerful medicinal herb used by Aboriginal healers in North America and was traditionally used to treat respiratory infections, primarily by the Iroquois and Cherokee peoples. It's now... Read more »
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Hairy Leukoplakia - Thrush
Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies
I was infected with HIV about 6 months ago.Tested Poz. I think I am experiencing Thrush, is it possible for it to occur so soon after infection? Also are there any home remedies?? Read more » Hairy Leukoplakia
Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply
Can anyone tell me how long it takes from the first presentation of hairy leukoplakia to the time it becomes very distinct? Weeks, months, years?Also, does it become more and less visible on a daily basis? Read more » Hairy Leukoplakia
Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply
I developed hairy leukoplakia on one side of my tongue around chritmas time. It is still there. I was wondering if anyone could tell me how long after you get this you have to go on meds. My t-cells were 450 in October. Vl undetectable w/o meds....
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Hairy Leukoplakia
Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies
I was wondering if anyone out there has or has had hairy leukoplakia on their tongue? If so, how long did it take from when you first noticed it as a very small white to to being all the way down the side of your tongue.Secondly, how was it... Read more »
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