CDCA North East Regional Board (NERB) Practice Exam

The disease characterized by brownish non-raised pigmentation lesions often found on the face and body is Kaposi sarcoma. This condition typically presents as lesions that can vary in appearance, but it is known for its dark pigmentation, which may appear as macules, papules, or nodules on the skin. These lesions are often associated with a proliferation of blood vessels or a mixture of spindle-shaped cells and inflammatory cells, leading to their distinct appearance.

Kaposi sarcoma is associated especially with immunocompromised individuals, such as those living with HIV/AIDS, which is why one might also consider related options when thinking about skin lesions in the context of systemic diseases. However, the pigmentation associated with Kaposi sarcoma stands out because it is not merely a consequence of a viral infection but rather a neoplastic process that underlies the formation of these characteristic lesions.

The other options do not accurately reflect the characteristic lesions described in the question. Neurofibromatosis presents with soft, raised tumors called neurofibromas and café-au-lait spots, which differ from the brownish non-raised pigmentation lesions of Kaposi sarcoma. HIV+ status does not describe a specific disease but rather an infection that can lead to various conditions, including opportunistic