MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

PSORIASIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This disease is common and chronic and is characterized by greasy scales on plaques or erythematous areas.
A
Seborrheic dermatitis
B
contact dermatitis
C
atopic dermatitis
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Seborrheic dermatitis is a common chronic inflammatory skin condition, characterized by scaling and poorly defined erythematous patches. It may be associated with pruritus, and it primarily affects sebum-rich areas, such as the scalp, face, upper chest, and back.

Detailed explanation-2: -Seborrheic dermatitis is a common inflammatory skin condition. It causes flaky, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas such as the scalp, face, or inside the ear. It can occur with or without reddened skin.

Detailed explanation-3: -Seborrheic dermatitis is chronic inflammation that causes yellow, greasy scales and dandruff to form on areas of the skin that have a high number of oil glands such as the scalp and face, along the hairline, around the ears, and occasionally on other areas.

Detailed explanation-4: -Causes of Seborrheic Dermatitis This condition is likely caused by an overgrowth of Malassezia yeast (a substance normally found in the skin) that triggers inflammation, causing changes in the skin. In infants, the condition is often called “cradle cap” and typically resolves on its own.

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