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Each of the following is associated with betel nut chewing EXCEPT:

  1. Discoloration
  2. Mucous membrane pemphigoid
  3. Oral submucous fibrosis
  4. Squamous cell carcinoma
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Correct answer: B. Mucous membrane pemphigoid

Mucous membrane pemphigoid is an autoimmune disease NOT associated with betel nut. Betel nut (areca nut) is associated with: oral submucous fibrosis (most characteristic), squamous cell carcinoma, discoloration (red/brown staining), periodontitis, and oral potentially malignant disorders. MMP has autoimmune etiology, not carcinogen-mediated.

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