Thank you for your input. I now am prepared to ask more questions at my next visit. They never did tell me what type of leukoplakia it was or whether they knew. They also never said anything about antimicrobial infections.
Welcome to the Dermatology Expert Forum!
Based on what you described (picture you posted is rather blurry and therefore unreliable) we do not know what “type” of leukoplakia was histo-pathologically diagnosed, especially what level of dysplasia is noticed. That is very important because it affects the decision on what therapeutic approach should be taken (less or more radical) – it ranges from observation and life-long follow-up to definitive treatment (excision, CO2 laser, etc.).
Regarding clobetasol, it is a potent corticosteroid applied topically when skin inflammation is clinically present and antimicrobial (bacterial, viral, fungal…) infections excluded as a cause. In case of suspected leukoplakia, it is always recommended to exclude candidiasis as pre-existing or superimposed infection.
In conclusion, you need to discuss results of clinical examination, the biopsy and other diagnostic tests (if any performed) with your dermatologist, and ask for explanations in regards to therapy prescribed to you.
After you gather all that information, please feel free to share it with us, especially if you have any concerns left.
Wishing You Optimal Health,
Dr Jasmina Jankicevic
here's a pic of my lips when I don't use any kind of cream after only one day.
http://www.medhelp.org/user_photos/show/196708