White, spongy, folded thick mucosa is seen in____________?
Correct answer: B. White spongy nevus
- A. Oral hairy leukoplakia
- B. White spongy nevus
- C. Aspirin burn
- D. Pseudomembranous Candidiasis
Explanation
White sponge naevus produces diffuse, thickened, folded, soft or spongy white mucosa, commonly on the buccal mucosa. Unlike candidiasis, it cannot be wiped off, and it is not a chemical burn.
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