Disorders Of Adnexae Or Appendages

Question 1

What is the preferred treatment for localized psoriasis?

Answer 1

Topical coal tar or short contact dithranol

Alternative treatment includes topical steroids + Salicylic acid.

Question 2

What is the drug of choice (DOC) for erythrodermic psoriasis?

Answer 2

Methotrexate

Acitretin is an alternative treatment.

Question 3

What is the treatment for plaque psoriasis (Psoriasis vulgaris) with localized involvement?

Answer 3

Topical coal tar or short contact dithranol

Alternatives include topical steroids + Salicylic acid.

Question 4

What treatment is recommended for extensive plaque psoriasis (>30% surface area)?

Answer 4

Narrow band UVB

This is the preferred method for extensive cases.

Question 5

What is the treatment for focal lesions in plaque psoriasis?

Answer 5

Topical steroid

This is used for targeted treatment of specific lesions.

Question 6

What is the treatment for guttate psoriasis?

Answer 6

Antibiotics + Emollients

This combination helps in managing guttate psoriasis effectively.

Question 7

What is the treatment for flexural psoriasis?

Answer 7

Topical steroids + antifungal agents

This approach addresses both inflammation and potential fungal infection.