Erythrodermic and Napkin Psoriasis Complications Quiz
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What is a common characteristic of localised form Pustular Psoriasis?

  • Manifests as thick hyperkeratotic plaques on the scalp
  • Associated with fever and widespread pustules across the body
  • Deep-seated lesions with multiple small pustules on palms and soles (correct)
  • May mimic dermatitis
  • What is a common manifestation of Nail Psoriasis?

  • Loss of nucleated cells from the nail surface
  • Transverse lines on the nail plate
  • Lifting of the nail plate off the nail bed (correct)
  • Erythema with minor scaling on the scalp
  • Which form of psoriasis can be hyperkeratotic or pustular and may mimic dermatitis?

  • Generalised form Pustular Psoriasis
  • Palmo-plantar Psoriasis (correct)
  • Nail Psoriasis
  • Scalp Psoriasis
  • What characteristic makes Palmo-plantar Psoriasis possibly aggravated by trauma?

    <p>Hyperkeratotic nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of psoriasis presents with splinter haemorrhages under the nails?

    <p>Nail Psoriasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing feature between localised and generalised forms of Pustular Psoriasis?

    <p>Generalised form is associated with fever and widespread pustules across the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of psoriasis is characterized by generalized erythema covering the entire skin surface?

    <p>Erythrodermic psoriasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of psoriasis may involve sausageshaped digits in the joints?

    <p>Psoriatic Arthropathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions is a differential diagnosis for Flexural Psoriasis?

    <p>Candidiasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of psoriasis may favor the scalp and extensor aspects of elbow and knees?

    <p>Seborrheic dermatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of psoriasis may involve less well-defined lesions that are exudative or crusted?

    <p>Discoid Eczema</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of psoriasis is scalp involvement more diffuse and less lumpy?

    <p>Seborrheic dermatitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of psoriasis presents with oval, salmon pink plaques showing a delicate scaling adherent peripherally as a collarette?

    <p>Pityriasis rosea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of psoriasis tends to run along rib lines and is mostly confined to the upper trunk?

    <p>Pityriasis rosea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of psoriasis may be confused with nail psoriasis but is more asymmetrical and may have obvious tinea on the neighboring skin?

    <p>Tinea unguium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of psoriasis is often confused with nail psoriasis but does not present with pitting?

    <p>Tinea unguium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which diagnostic procedure is seldom necessary for psoriasis?

    <p>Radiology and tests for rheumatoid factor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mainstay of long-term topical treatment for chronic plaque psoriasis that works by influencing vitamin D receptors in keratinocytes?

    <p>Vitamin D analogues (calcipotriol)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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