A rare form of skin cancer, most often seen in patients with deficient immune systems, is called:
A) malignant melanoma.
B) basal cell carcinoma.
C) Kaposi sarcoma.
D) squamous cell carcinoma.

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Kaposi sarcoma is a rare form of skin cancer that is most commonly seen in patients with weakened immune systems, such as those living with HIV/AIDS. It usually appears as purple or red patches on the skin or inside the mouth. Malignant melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma are all more common types of skin cancer that can be caused by exposure to the sun or UV radiation.

A Rare Form of Skin Cancer, Most Often Seen in Patients