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Which pigmented oral lesion will resolve spontaneously?

  1. Varix
  2. Hematoma
  3. Ephelis
  4. Oral melanotic macule
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Correct answer: B. Hematoma

A hematoma (localized mass of extravasated blood, e.g., from a needle laceration) will resolve spontaneously over time. Varices, ephelides (freckles), and melanotic macules persist indefinitely. A hematoma is the only transient lesion in this list.

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