I know it's stupid to be touching and fooling w/my mouth....I just get really anxious. I had wanted to see if the white would come off. Anyway, any thoughts on the area that has a transparent spot?...Brian, if you're available? Of course, I know people here can't make a firm diagnosis....just your thoughts. Something that could steer me in some type of direction, relieve my mind or indicate I should see an ENT asap. I was hoping to wait 10 days or so to see what it's like then. Thank you for all your input!!! Also, the drilling me about quitting smoking helps....I'm cutting back right now....and do hope to quit ASAP.