Which of the following is a general term that means "white patch"?

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Leukoplakia is a white plaque formed on the oral mucous membrane from surface epithelial cells.It is a premalignant surface lesion of the mucous membrane characterized by hyperkeratosis and dyskeratosis of the stratified squamous epithelium.
Candidiasis is a specific condition caused by a yeast that can result in white or red areas on the oral tissue.
Hyperplastic describes a specific white plaque,usually found in patients with HIV.
Aphthous describes an ulcer that appears as a blister-like sore surrounded by a red margin.

Which of the Following Is a General Term That Means