The most common reported oral malignancy in HIV infection is______________?

Correct answer: D. Kaposi sarcoma

  • A. Squamous cell carcinoma
  • B. Verrucous carcinoma
  • C. Multiple myeloma
  • D. Kaposi sarcoma

Explanation

Kaposi sarcoma is the most commonly reported oral malignancy associated with HIV infection, often appearing as red, purple, or brown macules, plaques, or nodules. Squamous cell carcinoma can occur but is not the classic HIV-associated oral malignancy tested here.

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