Mark Chambers

Sep 18, 2024 | brnw.ch | Mark Chambers

Leukoplakia is the scientific name for abnormal white patches that develop inside the mouth. They can be a symptom of oral cancer or a pre-cancerous lesion. So, how do you tell the difference between leukoplakia, oral thrush, canker sores and other conditions that can cause white patches in the mouth? And, when should you see a doctor? Read on for answers to these questions and more. Are all types of leukoplakia cancerous?

Sep 18, 2024 | mdanderson.org | Mark Chambers

Leukoplakia is the scientific name for abnormal white patches that develop inside the mouth. They can be a symptom of oral cancer or a pre-cancerous lesion. So, how do you tell the difference between leukoplakia, oral thrush, canker sores and other conditions that can cause white patches in the mouth? And, when should you see a doctor? Read on for answers to these questions and more. Are all types of leukoplakia cancerous?

Feb 25, 2024 | onlinelibrary.wiley.com | Anh Tran |Jason Grebely |Mark Chambers |Louisa Degenhardt

Examined utility-based quality of life for sub-populations of people who use opioids. Models examined demographics, substance use and opioid agonist treatment. Lifetime and current opioid agonist treatment associated with reduced utility. Recent pharmaceutical opioid and benzodiazepine use associated with reduced utility. Extensive sets of health utilities allows detailed economic analyses.