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leukoplakia
(redirected from leukokeratosis)

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leu·ko·pla·ki·a  (lk-plk-)
n.
An abnormal condition characterized by white spots or patches on mucous membranes, especially of the mouth and vulva. Also called leukoplasia.

[New Latin : leuko- + Greek plax, plak-, flat area; see plk-1 in Indo-European roots.]


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