Which of the following is NOT linked to hairy leukoplakia?

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A patch on the side of the tongue that ranges from thread-like to flatOccurs on both sides of the tongueAssociated with Epstein-Barr virus infectionCommonly seen in patients with AIDS

Explanation

Hairy leukoplakia typically presents as bilateral white patches on the lateral borders of the tongue and is caused by Epstein-Barr virus infection. It is frequently observed in individuals with AIDS. The description of a patch ranging from filiform to flat on the lateral tongue is characteristic, so this is associated with hairy leukoplakia, not an exception.