Which lesion typically presents as white, elongated patches on the lateral borders of the tongue in immunocompromised patients?
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Correct answer: Hairy leukoplakia
Hairy leukoplakia appears as corrugated white patches on the lateral tongue. It is associated with Epstein-Barr virus and immunosuppression.
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