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What is the diagnostic process for psoriasis?
What is the diagnostic process for psoriasis?
- Combination of medical history, physical examination, and sometimes additional tests (correct)
- Only skin biopsy is needed
- Only medical history is needed
- Only physical examination is needed
What is a skin biopsy used for in the diagnosis of psoriasis?
What is a skin biopsy used for in the diagnosis of psoriasis?
- To confirm the diagnosis and rule out other skin conditions that may mimic psoriasis (correct)
- To treat psoriasis
- To examine the nails and scalp for psoriasis
- To remove psoriasis plaques
What are topical treatments for psoriasis?
What are topical treatments for psoriasis?
- Medications taken orally or by injection
- Lifestyle modifications
- Medications applied directly to the skin (correct)
- Exposing the skin to ultraviolet (UV) light
What are systemic medications for psoriasis?
What are systemic medications for psoriasis?
What are biologic therapies for psoriasis?
What are biologic therapies for psoriasis?