Oral hairy leukoplakia. refers to whitish markings usually along the sides of the tongue which are due to infection with the mononucleosis virus (Epstein Barr virus, EBV)
see oral hairy leukoplakia.
Oral Hairy Leukoplakia. a white lesion that appears on the side of the tongue and inside cheeks. The lesion appears raised, with a ribbed or "hairy" surface. OHL occurs mainly in people with declining immunity and may be caused by EPSTEIN-BARR VIRUS infection.