Erythroplakia (or erythroplasia){rp|734} is a clinical term to describe any erythematous (red) area on a mucous membrane, that cannot be attributed to any other pathology.{rp|805} The term erythroplasia was coined by Louis Queyrat to describe a precancerous red lesion of the penis. This gave rise to the term erythoplasia of Queyrat. Depending upon...
An abnormal patch of red tissue that forms on mucous membranes in the mouth and may become cancer. Tobacco (smoking and chewing) and alcohol may increase the risk of erythroplakia.
A reddened patch with a velvety surface found in the mouth. ... (12 Dec 1998) ... 
(ә-rith″ro-pla´ke-ә) a red patch in the mouth with a velvet appearance, often a sign of oral cancer.
Type: Term Pronunciation: ĕ-rith′rō-plā′kē-ă Definitions: 1. A red, velvety, plaquelike lesion of mucous membrane that often represents malignant change.
Erythroplakia: A reddened patch with a velvety surface found in the mouth.
red patches in the mucous membranes of the mouth, throat, or voice box (larynx) that can become cancerous; risk factors include smoking pipes and chewing tobacco